American publisher, bookseller, and economist (1760-1839). Carey is often referred to as the ‘father of modern publishing.’ Bank of North America bank check, 6 x 2.5, filled out and signed in another hand, payable to Carey for $155.58, January 25, 1814. Endorsed on the reverse, “Mathew Carey.” Two cancellation cuts to body, one affecting beginning of endorsement, and some scattered light wrinkling, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.
