Signer of the Declaration of Independence from New Jersey (1713–1779). Manuscript DS, signed twice, one page both sides, 6.25 x 15.75, June 18, 1761. An appraisal of the estate of John Hobbs. In part: “one of the appraisers of the Within Inventory being Sworn On the Holy Evangelists of Almighty God did Depose that the Within Writing Contains a True and perfect Inventory…of the Goods & Chattels of John Hobbs Dec’d.” Reverse bears an inventory of the estate on verso is signed by Hart and Joseph Powel, the other appraiser. There are 35 items listed with individual values totaling £388:7:7. Items listed include “one Feather bed & furniture,” “two Saddles,” “puter Dishes plates & Spoons,” “a Spit & Smothering Iron,” “a passel of Books,” “two Iron Shovels & pare of Tongs,” “a looking Glass,” “a Slate,” “three Candle Sticks,” “Nine Glass Bottles,” two Raysors & a hone,” “Earthen vase,” and “a pare of Pinchors & pare of Compases.” In good to very good condition, with intersecting folds, repaired on the reverse, scattered light toning and soiling, dampstaining along bottom, and old tape repairs to top. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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