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Thomas Jefferson Signature Autograph Signed Framed
Thomas Jefferson (April 13, 1743 – July 4, 1826) was an American statesman, diplomat, lawyer, architect, musician, philosopher, and Founding Father who served as the third president of the United States from 1801 to 1809. He had previously served as the second vice president of the United States under John Adams between 1797 and 1801. The principal author of the Declaration of Independence, Jefferson was a proponent of democracy, republicanism, and individual rights, motivating American colonists to break from the Kingdom of Great Britain and form a new nation; he produced formative documents and decisions at both the state and national levels.
Thomas Jefferson signature “Th. Jefferson”, framed with an engraving of the President and Declaration of Independence author. Slip measures 2.25″ x 1″, framed to a size of 15.5″ x 18″. Near fine condition. Sold for $4,369.
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Extremely rare Thomas Jefferson signed first edition of the first U.S. census, one of only a handful of Jefferson signed copies sold at auction in the last 40 years. As Secretary of State, Jefferson called for the first official census, and ratified the results of only a handful, this being one of them, signed boldly ”Th: Jefferson” on page 56. Published in Philadelphia: Childs and Swaine, 1791. Full title reads, ”Return of the Whole Number of Persons Within the Several Districts of the United States, According to ‘An Act Providing for the Enumeration of the Inhabitants of the Unites States’. Printed in a small number for distribution by Thomas Jefferson as Secretary of State, and from his direct descendant, Thomas Jefferson Coolidge Jr., with Mr. Coolidge’s crested label to front pastedown. Bound in 19th century half-morocco and marbled boards, book measures 5” x 7.25”. This copy appears to be one of the very first printings of the first edition, as it lacks the tipped-in late-returning results from South Carolina often found on page 54. The lower margins of pages 34, 42 and 43 have been shaved by binder, otherwise copy is near fine with a touch of toning and foxing. Volume also includes a press copy of an autograph letter signed by Jefferson, affixed to rear endpaper, dated 8 October 1797, measuring 6.5” x 7.75”. Letter concerns a quarterly dividend of ”a few dollars over 300”, payable to Col. James Monroe. A rare opportunity for the very first census of the United States, signed by its 3rd President, with other such copies selling for approx. $100,000. With provenance from Christie’s 21 June 2013 sale, lot 147, where this copy sold for $62,500. Sold for $66,435.
George Washington & Thomas Jefferson Large 1793 Document Signed by Washington as President and Jefferson as Secretary of State
Scarce single-page document dated 8 October 1793 signed by President George Washington, “Go: Washington” and Secretary of State Thomas Jefferson “Th: Jefferson” printed in three columns in French, English and Dutch. Issued to “Gabriel Haven, master and commander of the Brigantine called The Betsey of New York lying at present in the port of New York bound for the West Indies and laden with Onions and Flour.” The middle panel contains Washington and Jefferson’s signatures in ink along with New York Mayor Richard Varick and of John Lamb, Collector of Customs for the Port of New York. The United States of America and Mayoralty of New York paper seals are intact on the document, which measures 12.5″ x 16″ and is displayed in a 15.5″ x 21.5″ frame. Slight toning, folds and some chipping; overall very good. Sold for $26,502.
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China Plate From Thomas Jefferson’s White House — Very Scarce, in Near Fine Condition
Very scarce and beautiful china plate from the administration of Thomas Jefferson. Soup plate made of white Chinese porcelain is painted blue with gilt accents. Features a shallow bowl with gilt ”J” at center, inside a shield that bears a knight’s head decoration. Plate measures 9.5” in diameter, and is near fine. Sold for $26,121.
George Washington document signed as President, appointing an Inspector of the Revenue, and countersigned by Thomas Jefferson as Secretary of State. The men sign ”Go Washington” and ”By the President / Th Jefferson”, dated 8 March 1792, promoting William Lewis of Virginia from Surveyor to Collector of the Port of Entry for the Port of Fredericksburg, as part of the U.S. Customs Service. Document measures 15.75” x 12.5”, beautifully framed with portraits of Washington and Jefferson to a size of 40” x 30.5”. Small tears at folds archivally repaired on verso, and paper seal replaced. Some discoloration to lower section and slight fading to signatures. Overall very good condition. A rare Presidential appointment signed by both Washington and Jefferson. Sold for $21,875.
Thomas Jefferson Ship’s Paper Signed as President — Countersigned by James Madison as Secretary of State — Rare
Ornate scalloped ship’s paper, boldly signed by Thomas Jefferson as President and countersigned by James Madison as Secretary of State. The ship’s paper authorizes the passage of a ship, though the document is not dated or filled in with specifics as to which ship was allowed safe passage. With bold, clear signatures by Jefferson, ”Th:Jefferson” and Madison, ”James Madison” at lower right. Jefferson’s signature is large, measuring 2” x 1”. Reads in part, ”…To pass with her Company, Passengers, Goods and Merchandise without any hindrance, seizure or molestation…Given under the Hand and the Seal of the United States of America…” With two vignettes at top of a lighthouse and a sailboat. Original blindstamped seal at lower left. Document measures 10.25” x 15”, matted and framed to an overall size of 16” x 21”. Bisecting folds throughout, else near fine. Sold for $13,401.
Thomas Jefferson Four-Language Ship’s Paper Signed as President — Countersigned by James Madison as Secretary of State
Thomas Jefferson four-language ship’s paper signed as President, dated 7 October 1801. Document, translated in English, Spanish, French and Dutch, permits the brig Hope to pass from New Haven to Martineco under the command of Daniel Morris. Jefferson signs ”Th: Jefferson” to middle of partially printed document, with Madison’s signature, ”James Madison” underneath. Measures 17” x 22”. Some toning along folds and a few places of archival reinforcement to verso. Very good plus. Sold for $9,983.
Thomas Jefferson Land Grant Signed as President
Thomas Jefferson land grant signed “Th. Jefferson” as President, countersigned by James Madison as Secretary of State. Dated 20 December 1808, Jefferson grants land purchased by Moses Bartholomew according to the Land Act of 1796. Vellum document measures 15.25″ x 8.5″, with red wax-based paper seal at left. Folds, some usual wear to vellum and fading to Madison’s signature. Overall very good condition. Sold for $6,750.
Thomas Jefferson Signed Free Frank — Envelope Filled Out in Jefferson’s Hand
Thomas Jefferson free frank envelope, signed ”free / Th: Jefferson” to upper left corner. Free frank envelope is hand-addressed by Jefferson to Dr. John B. Cutting in Washington, and bears red postage cancellation stamp reading ”Charl VA / Dec. 10” next to Jefferson’s signature. Measures 9.75” x 7.75” unfolded, with center panel measuring 5” x 3.5”. Folds and toning. In very good condition with still bold handwriting. Sold for $6,250.
Thomas Jefferson Four-Language Ship’s Paper Signed as President — Countersigned by James Madison as Secretary of State
Thomas Jefferson autograph document signed as President, countersigned by future President James Madison as Secretary of State. Four language ship’s papers allow the brig ”Sarah” to sail from the port of Philadelphia to Bilboa. The high seas were dangerous at this time, as the English often seized American ships, leading to Jefferson’s 1807 trade embargo and ultimately the War of 1812. Dated 18 June 1803, Jefferson signs in the English portion, ”Th. Jefferson”. With two red wax paper-backed seals intact. Document measures 20” x 16”. Small portions of paper loss and archival tape repairs to verso. Overall very good condition. Sold for $5,500.
Thomas Jefferson Signed Document as Governor of Virginia
Thomas Jefferson free frank signed ”Th: Jefferson” as Governor of Virginia. Sent to Brigadier General Weedon at the Hanover Courthouse, document still bears original red wax seal, ideal for framing. Free frank dates to Jefferson’s gubernatorial term from 1779-1781. He wrote the Statue of Religious freedom in Weedon’s tavern in 1777 and called upon Weedon to lead the Virginia militia in the Yorktown campaign the following year. Measures 13” x 6.5”. Toning, creasing, and chipping to top edge. Pinholes to fold intersections. Very good condition with attractive signature. Sold for $4,468.
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