Signer of the Declaration of Independence from Delaware (1733-1798). Autograph document signed “Geo: Read, Att'y of Pltff,” one page, 8 x 5.75, February 1780. Letter to Gunning Bedford regarding a case between John Evans and Stephen Eynon, the executor of the deceased William Eynon, with Read adding a "Rule of Reference" below: "And now by consent of Parties all Matters in Variance between them are referred to James Anderson, Thomas Watson, and Andrew Fisher or any two of them who are to Audit the same and make report to the next Term Ex parte Rule on Six days Notice." Signed at the conclusion by George Read. Professionally inlaid into a slightly larger sheet. In very good to fine condition, with staining to the corners, and creasing and chipping to the upper right corner. From the Collection of Dr. Lawrence E. Miller.
This item is Pre-Certified by PSA/DNA
Buy a third-party letter of authenticity for
(inquire for price)
*This item has been pre-certified by a trusted third-party authentication service, and by placing a bid on this item, you agree to accept the opinion of this authentication service. If you wish to have an opinion rendered by a different authenticator of your choosing, you must do so prior to your placing of any bid. RR Auction is not responsible for differing opinions submitted 30 days after the date of the sale.
We use cookies on this site to improve your experience. By using this site, you accept our use of cookies. To learn more, please see our Privacy Policy.
