King of Great Britain and Ireland (1660–1727) from 1714 until his death. Manuscript DS, signed “George R,” one page, 7.75 x 12.5, August 1, 1717. A document ordering the Paymaster General to pay the Magistrate of Dunfermline £33.13s.7d “to reimburse the Charge of providing the Detachment sent ... under the Command of Col. Cathcart to take possession of the said Town after the Rebells had deserted it, with Coal and Candle and Straw during the time of their being there, as also with Timber and other necessarys to Fortify the said place....” A touch of light soiling and handling wear, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.
