1815 American Seaman\'s Proof of Citizenship Paper For Sale

1815 American Seaman\'s Proof of Citizenship Paper
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1815 American Seaman\'s Proof of Citizenship Paper:
$125.00

1815 American Seaman's Proof of Citizenship Paper. Issued through the port of New York for Seth Bunker, seaman. Description of Bunker. "Proof .... An Act for the Relief and Protection of American Seamen".  An interesting item from the period when sailors were captured and impressed into the service of other nations. ((War of 1812 era)5 1/4 x 8 1/2 inches.


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Maryland buyers will be charged 6% sales tax.


RETURNS:  Returns are accepted only if an item is not as photographed or described. Buyers are responsible for return shipping costs. We will return the lot price. Please return items in the exact condition they are sent to you.


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