This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 1/31/2014
Zachary Taylor naval appointment signed as President, dated 16 March 1849. Document appoints a John C. Song as a ''Captain in the Navy''. Partially printed document is signed ''Z. Taylor'' with various naval emblems flanking the text. Countersigned by Secretary of the Navy William Ballard Preston. A blindstamped Department of the Navy seal is affixed to the bottom half, atop an etched nautical scene. Measures 15.5'' x 17.25''. Some creasing and toning; very good condition.