Second Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, delegate to the Constitutional Congress (1777–84), later submitted the amendments which became the Bill of Rights. DS, signed “O. Ellsworth,” one page, 8.25 x 8.25, August 17, 1776. Order to pay Major John Sly the sum of fifty pounds and charge the state. Nicely signed at the bottom in black ink by Ellsworth. In fine condition, with expected folds, some light toning and slight showthrough from docketing on reverse. COA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
