Lawyer and signer of the Constitution from Delaware (1732-1808) who also served as an officer during the Revolutionary War, governor of Delaware, and governor of Pennsylvania. Manuscript DS, signed “John Dickinson P.,” one page, 8 x 5.25, October 6, 1785. As president of Pennsylvania, Dickinson issues a pay order. In full: "Pay to The Honorable Charles Pettit Esquire or his order the Sum of Two hundred and seventy two pounds, fifteen shilling specie being his pay as a Delegate to Congress from the twenty seventh of May until the thirtieth day of September 1785 and mileage—according to the Comptroller General's Report." Professionally inlaid into a slightly larger sheet and in very good condition, with toning, and complete silking to both sides. Originally sold by Walter R. Benjamin and accompanied by a color copy of the invoice. After serving in various roles during the Revolution, Charles Pettit represented Pennsylvania in the Confederation Congress from 1785 to 1787.
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