Signer of the Declaration of Independence from Rhode Island (1707–1785) and a delegate to the Continental Congress. Partly-printed DS, signed “Fr. Hopkins,” one page, 6.75 x 3.75, January 5, 1782. A sight draft ordering that John Goodrich be paid the sum of $24.00 by the U. S. Commissioner in Paris. Rough left edge with some text missing, small pinhole to center of document, light overall toning, and a pencil notation above signature, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RRAuction COA.
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