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Lot #152
Declaration of Independence: James Wilson

Exceptional July 1776 legal document—the same month as the Declaration of Independence

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Exceptional July 1776 legal document—the same month as the Declaration of Independence

Signer of the Declaration of Independence from Pennsylvania (1742–1798), and one of only six men who signed both the Declaration and the US Constitution. Revolutionary War–dated ink endorsement, “Wilson,” prominently penned on the reverse of a partly-printed document, one page, 13.5 x 4, April 27, 1776. The document concerns a debt settlement. Several clerical financial notations dated July 1776 appear above Wilson’s signature. In very good condition, with a central fold through the document with small edge separations, moderate toning, and some show-through from the opposing side. Wilson was among the 56 delegates who famously issued the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, with this endorsement signature likely signed shortly thereafter. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Fine Autographs and Artifacts
  • Dates: #446 - Ended February 11, 2015





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