The only resident peer in late colonial America who administered his vast Northern Neck Proprietary from his wilderness estate at Greenway Court, Virginia (1693–1781). Revolutionary War–dated vellum manuscript DS, signed “Fairfax,” one page, 13.75 x 11.75, March 16, 1778. Lord Fairfax grants James Crone a parcel of land containing 183 acres in Dunmore County. In very good condition, with heavy intersecting storage folds with overall wear, scattered creases and soiling, and writing and signature rather faded and difficult to read. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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