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Lot #430
William Samuel Johnson Signature

Estimate: $200+

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Description

American Founding Father and statesman (1727–1819). Before the Revolutionary War, he had served as a militia lieutenant before being relieved after his rejection of his election to the First Continental Congress for opposing American independence. He was notable for signing the United States Constitution, representing Connecticut in the United States Senate, and serving as the third president of Columbia University. Ink signature, "Wm. Saml. Johnson,” on an off-white 6.5 x 1.75 slip clipped from a colonial Connecticut document, dated March 15, 1765; also signed in ink by Eliphalet Dyer (1721–1807), a prominent Connecticut statesman who served in the French and Indian War and was a delegate to the Continental Congress. In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from JSA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Fine Autographs and Artifacts Featuring Presidents
  • Dates: January 10, 2025 - February 12, 2025





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