^Lot 65 Thomas Jefferson

Partly-printed DS as president, signed “Th: Jefferson,” one page, 11.25 x 14.5, May 21, 1803. Ship’s papers issued to the “Brig Neptune of New York, John L. Buswell master and commander…mounted with no guns navigated with eight men to pass with her Company Passengers, Goods and Merchandise without any hindrance, seizure or molestation.” Signed at the conclusion by Jefferson. Double suede matted and framed with a portrait and a biographical plaque to an overall size of 28 x 23.5. Trimmed top and bottom edges, intersecting folds, some light skipping to signature, and handwritten portions of document a shade or two light, but still completely legible, otherwise fine condition. The white paper seal is crisp and intact. A particularly clean and presentable example. Oversized.