Revolutionary War–dated ADS, signed “O. Ellsworth,” one page, 8.25 x 6.5, June 20, 1776. Pay order sent to John Lawrence, treasurer of Connecticut. In full: “Pay Capt. Edward Russell, a Paymaster of his own Company now to be rais’d—Five hundred & Eighty pounds—& charge the Colony.” Neatly signed at the conclusion by Ellsworth and Thomas Seymour as members of the committee of the pay table. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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