Lot 77
Buchanan, James. Letter signed ("James Buchanan") as President, one page, 10 x 8 in., Washington, February 13, 1861. Appointing Benjamin F. Pleasants "to discharge the duties of Solicitor of the Treasury, ad interim." Light, uneven toning; small edge split to top fold; tape repairs to verso of lower fold. Verso of integral leaf has Department of State docket noting that the appointment was "Duly recorded"; some fold splits and previous mounting remnants to one panel, affecting nothing. Buchanan's signature is nice and bold.
Estimated Value $400 - 600.
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| Realized $425 |
