Signer of the Declaration of Independence from Pennsylvania (1725–1777). Vellum manuscript DS, one page, 16.25 x 15.25, January 20, 1764. An indenture for a deed of land in which “John Morton of the Township of Ridley in the County of Chester and Province of Pennsylvania…in consideration of thirteen acres and a half…is conveyed unto him…by the aforenamed John Knowles” for a sum of five shillings. Signed at the conclusion by Morton. In very good to fine condition, with a repaired area of paper loss under Morton’s signature affecting his wife’s last name. Of the fifty-six delegates to sign the Declaration of Independence, Morton earns the distinction of being the very first to die, an unfavorable credit which has since made his signature all the more rare and desirable. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.
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