Signer of the Declaration of Independence from Connecticut (1731–1796) and seventh president of the Continental Congress. Partly-printed DS, signed “Sam’l Huntington,” one page, 12.75 x 8, June 2, 1790. Commission for Solomon Newall stating that he has been “accepted to be Ensign of the fifth Company of Militia in the 25th Regiment in said State [Connecticut].” Signed at the conclusion by Huntington, and countersigned by secretary George Wyllys. Embossed white paper seal affixed to right side remains intact. In very good condition, with moderate overall toning, chipping to edges, and fragile folds and areas of paper loss repaired on the reverse. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.
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