Lot 1039
Stark, John (1728-1822), American Revolutionary War General, responsible for the New Hampshire state motto, "Live free or die.", ADS, "John Stark, BG" [Brig. General], 1p, 7½ x 3, Newport, Oct. 32, 1779. Pass "To all Concerned". Mr. March has leave to pass with his Boat to Providence & to carry a piece o linnen [sic] & some Tea, Two Cases & a half of knives & forks & a small Trunk." Tape stains on verso show through at corners, paper loss at edge, double-matted and framed to an overall 12½ x 8½ Very Good.
Estimate 1,500 - 2,000
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