Lot 212
Hewes, Joseph (1730-1779), North Carolina signer of the Declaration of Independence, merchant, politician. Partly-printed Document Signed, one page, 7½ x 6, Edenton, N.C., April 10, 1768. Surety Bond signed twice by Hewes, along with John Hatter and James Hurst, apparently two defendants entering a plea of trespass.
Fine condition with slight internal flaws. In a custom quarter-leather portfolio with historical background and an engraved portrait.
Estimate 4,000 - 6,000
HEWES IS ONE OF THE FIVE RAREST OF THE SIGNERS TO OBTAIN.
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