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Lot #261
King George III

The king authorizes Cornwallis to pay British troops

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The king authorizes Cornwallis to pay British troops

Manuscript DS, signed “George R,” one page both sides, 8 x 12.75, December 24, 1790. Warrant to authorize a payment, in part: “Our Will & Pleasure is, that out of such Monies as are in or shall come to your hands for the use of Our Land Forces, you pay unto Our Right Trusty & Right Welbeloved Cousin & Councillor, Lieutenant General Charles Earl Cornwallis, the Sum of Ten thousand, four hundred, twenty Pounds, fifteen Shillings & seven pence, the same being certify’d by you to be the Sum borne on the Establishment for Our 33’d.” Signed in the upper left corner by the king. In fine condition, with a lightly reinforced hinge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Fine Autographs And Artifacts
  • Dates: #485 - Ended October 12, 2016





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