Lot 1015
Clinton, George (1739-1812), New York soldier and politician, member of the Continental Congress (1775-1776) but called to active service before signing the Declaration of Independence, first Governor of New York (1777-1795), U.S. Vice-President under Jefferson and Madison (1805-1812). Free-franked cover as governor, folded address leaf addressed in his hand to Simeon DeWitt, Surveyor General of New York, boldly endorsed "Geo Clinton" and "Public Service", docketed on reverse "Warrant for 40,000 acres in favor of Jellis Fonda, 20. July 1785". Separated in half vertically (not affecting signature) and taped together, otherwise Fine.
Estimate 300 - 400
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| Realized $300 |
