Lot 1038
Revere, Paul (1735-1818), American Patriot, printer and silversmith. ADS, "Paul Revere Lt Col", 1p (2 sides), 7¾ x 21, Castle Island (Boston Harbor), May 10, 1779. "I certify that Bela Gardiner, Capt Warner Compy & James Cushings of Cass & Cushing Compy have a right to two months necessary for Jany & Feby", docketed on verso "Col. Reveres certificate for Bela Gardiner & James Cushing, May 10, 1879"; Revere seems to have been at a loss for paper because also on verso is a previous note in Revere's hand "Mr. Devin, I should be glad you would receive orders for Jacob Gardiner necessy as he is confined to the Island. (signed) P. Revere Lt. Col"; vertical fold partly separated but easily repairable and not affecting signatures, narrow strip of paper tape along top edge on verse, Very Good and rare.
Estimate 10,000 - 15,000
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