Businessman who was the first prominent member of the Astor family and the first multimillionaire in the United States (1763–1848). ADS, one page, 10 x 3.5, May 27, 1819. Handwritten receipt, in full: "For value received, I hereby assign all my right & title to the within lease to Sam'l Jones Jun'r Esq'r." Signed at the conclusion in ink by John Jacob Astor, and countersigned by William B. Astor. Professionally inlaid into a larger sheet and in fine condition, with toning to the side edges.
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