Lot 260
Jackson, Andrew (1767-1845) 7th President of the United States (1829-1837); hero of the Battle of New Orleans during the War of 1812. Partly-printed Document Signed as President, 1p, 16"x12¾", on vellum, Washington, 1829 Sept. 1. Matted to 22½"x19½". Fine; engrossed portion is a little light, slight shrinkage of vellum in upper left corner, not affecting text or signature, and vertical folds traverse both signatures. Jackson's signature, over 5" across, is nice and bold. Appointing John F. Fenwick to the rank of Brevet Brigadier General "For ten years faithful service in the grade of brevet Colonel in the Army." Countersigned by Secretary of War John H. Eaton, whose alleged affair and subsequent marriage to Peggy O'Neale Timberlake caused a scandal in the Jackson administration and brought about Eaton's resignation in 1831.
Estimated Value $2,500 - 3,500.
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