Signer of the US Constitution from Pennsylvania (1744-1800) and first governor of that state. Partly-printed DS, signed “Tho. Mifflin,” one page, 9 x 12.75, November 25, 1795. Marriage certificate issued by Mifflin as governor of Pennsylvania, authorizing "any minister" to join "Bezer Lampleugh and Lydia Read in the Bands of Matrimony, and them to pronounce Man and Wife." Signed in the left margin by Governor Mifflin, and countersigned at the conclusion by James Trimble as deputy secretary. The white paper seal affixed to the upper left remains intact. In very good to fine condition, with light toning and foxing, a short fold split, and a trivial area of paper loss to the right margin.
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