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Lot #262
Declaration of Independence: Morris, Robert

Writing to fellow Signer William Whipple

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Writing to fellow Signer William Whipple

Pennsylvania-born signer of the Declaration of Independence, the Articles of Confederation, and the Constitution (1734–1806). LS, boldly signed “Robt. Morris,” one page, 7.5 x 9, May 5, 1783. Morris writes to William Whipple (1730–1785), the Signer from New Hampshire. In full: “I have duly received your favor of the eighth of last month with the Law enclosed in it. I shall be very glad to be informed who is to be the Drawer of those orders on the Treasurer which are receiveable [sic] in Taxes and also whether my Notes or Bank Notes are receiveable in your Taxes.” Matted and framed with a portrait and engraved plaque to an overall size of 20.25 x 16. A touch of subtle fwrinkling and faint horizontal fold lightly touching signature, otherwise fine, bright condition. Auction LOA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.

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  • Dates: #323 - Ended July 18, 2007