Lot 168
Díaz, Porfirio (1830-1915) Mexican dictator for 35 years (1877-1911); he died in exile after being overthrown by Francisco Madero. A beautiful, ornate, partly-printed document signed as President, 1p, Mexico City, May 1, 1879, 16½" x 11¼". Naming C. Ferdinando Gómez Puente as a tax minister: "Defensor fiscal de testamentarías é intestados." A vignette of the eagle holding a snake covers much of the top third of the document, to which are affixed three revenue stamps. A pale blue folded seal is at bottom left. Diaz' signature is quite large and of medium boldness. Minor toning, else fine. Matted and framed to an overall size of 25½" x 20".
Estimated Value $200 - 300.
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