Signer of the Declaration of Independence from Rhode Island (1727-1820). Third-person ADS by William Ellery, who has signed within the text, one page, 3.75 x 2.25, December 5, 1771. Payment receipt, in full: "Rec'd Newport Dec. 5th 1771, of William Ellery Fifty eight Pounds Old Tenor in full of all Accounts in Behalf of George Gibbs." Signed at the conclusion by G. G. Champlin. In fine condition. Encapsulated in a PSA/DNA authentication holder, grading the autograph as "NM 7."
