Signer of the Declaration of Independence from Virginia (1726 -1791). Harrison was the father of President William Henry Harrison and great-grandfather of President Benjamin Harrison. Autograph manuscript DS, signed “Benj. Harrison,” who signs once with his initials, “BH,” and again on the reverse, “Benj Harrison Esq,” one page, 11.75 x 3.25, no date. Balance sheet belonging to Harrison, in full: “To p’d Wm Holt pr order—£44.0.0 / To Commiss. on Rec’d Edloes money, at your service / To Flour p Tally as pr Invoice—54.17.5 / £98.17.5 / By Nt Proceeds of 5 Hhds Rum as pr Recd—£51.3.11 / By 11 p Stockings Sold—3/6—1.18.6 / By John Edloe his acct—43.19.0 / Bal. due BH—97.1.5, 1.16.0, £98.17.5.” Signed below ink, “E Excepted Benj Harrison.” In fine condition, with a light area of toning and old mounting remnant along the right edge; first letter of signature on reverse partially missing. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.
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