Signer of the U.S. Constitution from Massachusetts (1755–1827) who later ran as an unsuccessful Federalist candidate for both the vice presidency and the presidency. ALS, one page, 7.5 x 5.5, April 11, 1823. King writes from Jamaica, Queens to an unnamed gentleman. In part: “I am this evening informed that a note of Archibald Grace & Sons, not owed by me, was yesterday past tended for sum payment —note being provided to pay the whole note immediately. I owed you $1000 in part payment thereof, and request you to discount my note for $5000, payable in forty days…. I shall endeavor to pay off this note when it falls due.” Matted and framed with a portrait and engraved plaque to an overall size of 14.25 x 19.25. Light intersecting folds and a few faint smudges and spots, otherwise fine, bright condition. R&R COA.
