Signer of the Declaration of Independence from Pennsylvania (1719–1806). ADS signed “Smith Esquer,” one page, 8 x 13, February 10, 1776. Legal document regarding a debt owed: “William Gibson, late of Lancaster County Yeoman was attached to answer John Alexander of a Plea of Trespass…and Whereupon the said John complains that…William…was indebted unto him the said John in the sum of one hundred pounds lawfull money of Pennsylvania, for so much money had and received by him the said William, before that time to the use of him the said John, and so thereof being indebted…to pay or content hath altogether refused the Damage of the said John one hundred & fifty pounds & thereof he brings suit.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, one passing through a single letter of the signature, scattered toning, rough edges, and a faint pencil notation. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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