British statesman (1676–1745) generally regarded as the first Prime Minister of Great Britain. Manuscript DS, signed “Walpole,” one page, 9 x 12.5, August 11, 1730. Official pay order, in part: “Deliver and pay of such His Majestie's Treasure as remains in your charge unto Francis Colman Esq…the sum of two hundred and seventy three pounds.” Signed in the right margin by Walpole, George Dodington, William Clayton, and William Yonge, and at the bottom by Lord Halifax (George Montagu). Intersecting folds with slight edge separations, closely trimmed left edge, and large cancellation notation over the main text, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.
