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Lot 2355

Governor of Delaware, signed appointment

Estimate: $160 - $220

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$138.60

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George Truitt, Governor of Delaware, signed appointment, dated 1808, appointing James Lefever to Second Lieutenant of the Company of Artillery whereas John Bird is Captain in the First Brigade of Militia, countersigned by Thomas Clayton Secretary of State, with attached seal, 7 1/4" x 12 1/4".

Competitive in-house shipping is available for this lot.

Condition

Toning, fold lines, minor stains, NEOOF.

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