Lot 467
Decatur, Stephen (1779-1820) American naval officer; conspicuous for gallantry in the War with Tripoli and the War of 1812. After peace was declared with Great Britain, Decatur commanded the US Mediterranean Squadron and secured the final treaty of peace with the Barbary Powers. From 1816 to 1820 he was Navy Commissioner. He received the thanks of Congress and a sword for his service before Tripoli and a gold medal for distinguished service in the War of 1812. He was killed in a duel with Naval officer James Barron. Address panel of an integral leaf with an ncommon Free-Frank, "S Decatur" as Navy Commissioner. "Washington City" postmark; stamped FREE." Addressed to Thomas Willing (1731-1821), who was the first president of the Bank of America. With a Chappel engraving of Decatur. Fine.
Estimated Value $500 - 750.
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