19   Grant, Ulysses S. 18th President of the United States, 1869-1877.

Manuscript Document Signed as President. Two pages, recto/verso, tall Folio, Washington DC, June 8, 1872. Being a Presidential Pardon granting John A. Price, " ...convicted of passing counterfeit money," and "sentenced to be imprisoned for six years and to pay a fine of one hundred dollars... And whereas, he has been imprisoned for over five years; And whereas, District Attorney Stirling, the Directors of the Maryland Penitentiary and other citizens of that State strongly recommend his pardon, believing that his punishment has already been sufficient for the purposes of justice" a full and unconditional pardon. Fine. Countersigned by Charles Hale as Acting Secretary of State, with a white wafer seal which has two streak stains but is otherwise intact. Boldly signed by the President, "U.S. Grant" in vivid purple ink. Slightly worn at its topmost edge, otherwise fine.
Estimated Value $2,000-2,500.