American statesman (1722–1803) and signer of the Declaration of Independence from Massachusetts who was one of the organizers of the Boston Tea Party and one of his state’s most ardent supporters of the patriotic cause. Partly-printed DS one page, 15.25 x 12.25, June 10, 1794. Governor Adams appoints Isaac Gould a “Lieutenant of a Company in the fifth Regiment of the Second Brigade Fourth Division of the Militia of this Commonwealth comprehending the County of Hampshire.” Signed in the left border in ink, “Samuel Adams,” and countersigned by John Avery. Document is framed (possibly mounted) with an engraved portrait of Adams to an overall size of 28.5 x 18. In fine condition, with a couple small edge separations along the intersecting folds, and some scattered light creases and spots of toning. The paper seal is toned and worn, but remains mostly intact. Adams’s signature is extremely crisp and bold. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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