Seventh U.S. President, member U.S. House of Representatives, Judge Tennessee Supreme Court at time of writing.

DS, 1p., as President,14 3Ž4 x 10 3Ž4", Bedford, Massachusetts, Second of May.

Handsome ornate scalloped ships paper, "...for the ship Weilwood of New Bedford Charles Taber Master or Commander, burthen of 253 tons mounted with no guns, navigated with 24 men. This document allows her to Pass with her company passengers, goods and merchandise, without any hindrance, seizure or molestation."

The passport is that of the scalloped double vignette type. A very attractive document enhanced by two engravings one a triple mast sailing ship with wind billowing in her sails. It is set above a second engraving of a bustling harbor with ships sailing safely to and from port, directed by a lighthouse set high upon a rock. A few clouds are visible overhead. The document is printed in a calligraphic style and accomplished in a fine pen.

This type of document was required of all ships traveling to the Mediterranean due to a treaty between the United States and the Dey of Algiers signed September 5, 1795. Jackson's signature is clear, countersigned by Edward Livingston as Secretary of State. Red wax and paper seal is intact attributing to its impressive presentation. Some spotting on verso near seal and bottom portion of document which shows through. (#PVP)