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Rare partly-printed vellum document signed “James K. Polk” as president and “James Buchanan” as secretary of state, one page, 14.5" x 9.5", February 24th, 1847. President Polk appoints William H. Brian of Georgetown as the Justice of the Peace in Washington D.C. Boldly signed at the conclusion by Polk and crisply signed by Secretary of State James Buchanan. The embossed paper seal affixed to the lower left remains very crisp and fully intact. In fine condition. Accompanied by a full Letter of Authenticity from Beckett Authentication Services (BAS).