(Washington, D.C.), December 5, 1812. One sheet, approximately 5 5/8 x 8 3/4 in. (143 x 222 mm) (sight). Fragment of a partially-printed ship's passport, signed by James Madison as President; counter-signed by James Monroe, as Secretary of State. Creasing from original folds; chipping and small closed tears along edges. Handsomely framed with portraits of Madison and Monroe, as well as two presidential medallions, 21 1/2 x 25 in. (546 x 635 mm).

Provenance

Private Collection