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Jefferson & Madison DS

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Jefferson & Madison DS
"WINNERS WILL BE NOTIFIED AFTER THE AUCTION ENDS BY THE AUCTIONEER ONCE ALL BIDS HAVE BEEN PROCESSED TO DETERMINE THE WINNER FOR EACH LOT."
Four language ship's papers, signed by President Thomas Jefferson and Secretary of State James Madison. Countersigned by the Charleston collector Simeon Theus and notarized by Abraham Crouch. Dated 24 June 1806. Ship's papers for the brig ''Pamela,'' a ship of 207 89/95 tons commanded by James Taylor and bound for the Cowes, Georgia market, laden with rice, logwood, and horns. 19.75'' x 16'' document on laid paper is in very good condition with some minor discoloration, creasing at edges and a small portion of the upper left corner torn and soiled. Federal paper seal intact. Beautifully framed in tones of grey, black and gold, with engravings of both Jefferson and Madison.