JAMES MONROE (1758-1831). LS, to Collector of Customs, Baltimore, 1p, folio, Department of State, February 6, 1812, as Secretary of State under Madison. Re: order to check wayship in or out for certificate from Marshall of the United States during War of 1812. Estimate $700-1,000
PROVENANCE: Museum of American Presidents, Strasburg, VA
Paper toned, three horizontal folds, ragged tear to left of his signature