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The Pennsylvania Packet or the General Advertiser (April 1, 1779)

The principles and articles adopted by Philadelphia's Constitutional Society, chaired by famous artist Charles Wilson Peale

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The principles and articles adopted by Philadelphia's Constitutional Society, chaired by famous artist Charles Wilson Peale

The Pennsylvania Packet or the General Advertiser, April 1, 1779; printed and sold by John Dunlap. Principles and Articles agreed to by members of the Constitutional Society in Philadelphia, signed in type by its chairman (and famous artist) Charles Willson Peale, supporting the independence of the United States, equal and universal liberty of conscience, right of electing representatives by ballot, and other aims. Large woodcut of the full-blooded horse Babraham, with advertisement. Advertisement for sale of 6,250 acres in Albany county (NY), along with other properties in Clifton Park.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Fine Autograph and Artifacts, Ft. Revolutionary War
  • Dates: #612 - Ended July 14, 2021