Lot 96
Newton, Sir Isaac (1642-1727)., English mathematician, physicist and natural philosopher, formulated laws of gravity and motion, established the study of optics and built the first reflecting telescope.
ES, 8¾" x 12½", [London], 1718 Dec 24. Partly printed document, an order from the English Parliament to repay "Sir Isaac Newton Knt., Hopton Haynes Esqr. & others in trust" the sum of £200 lent to His Majesty's Exchequer in May of the same year. On verso Newton and Haynes have added their signatures below an endorsement transferring the £200 and interest thereon to one Francis Hall Esqr. Laminated to silk on the face with several small missing portions replaced, not significantly affecting the text, overall fresh and attractive with Newton's signature clear and bold, Very Good. Matted and framed in a 13" x 17" frame which is open on both sides for viewing and has been hinged onto the front of a matching 31" x 28" frame next to a black and white portrait of Newton and a steel-engraved biographical plaque. A beautiful display and a wonderful example of an important historical figure.
Estimate 10,000 - 15,000
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