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Franklin D. Roosevelt document signed as President, a stunning ''Ancient Order of the Deep'' certificate, dated 24 November 1936. Naval certificate was awarded to one James R. Pearson as part of the traditional ''line-crossing'' ceremony upon crossing the Equator into the Southern Hemisphere; once a sailor crosses the Equator, he becomes a member of the ''Ancient Order of the Deep''. Document features an attractive, full signature of the President, ''Franklin D Roosevelt''. Measures 20'' x 14'', matted and framed to 35.5'' x 21.5''. Weighs 9.5 lbs. Document is near fine.