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Lot #247
John Hancock

The governor issues a pay order for an abatement of a fine

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The governor issues a pay order for an abatement of a fine

Partly-printed DS one page, 6.5 x 8, October 29, 1783. Hancock issues a pay order to the town of Halifax for “Forty two pounds nine shillings & three pence in full for the Abatement of a Fine…allowed for raising two Men for which they were fined.” Signed at the conclusion by Hancock and countersigned by Treasurer Thomas Ivers as well as Secretary John Avery. Document is affixed to an identical size sheet. Possibly slightly trimmed and in very good condition, with intersecting folds, and scattered light toning and soiling. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Rare Manuscript, Document & Autograph
  • Dates: #414 - Ended September 18, 2013





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