Lot 540
Adams, John Quincy. Partly-printed document signed ("J Q Adams") as Secretary of State, 2pp., 13½" x 10½", Washington, March 7, 1822. Being a U. S. Passport, No. 197, issued to William B. Rogers (physicist, educator and founder of MIT). Rogers, age 21, has also signed ("Wm. B. Rogers"). The document is separated at the horizontal fold and passport stamp cancellations on verso have caused some bleed-through to the front of the document. Light foxing and toning. Boldly penned. Attractively matted with an image of Adams and a lead cast of an 1825 John Quincy Adams Silver Indian Peace Medal; framed to an overall size of 36 x 24". Fine condition.
Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,500.
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| Realized $1,440 |
