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Royal Navy officer and Arctic explorer (1786-1847) who perished, along with his entire crew, along the Northwest Passage. Bank of Van Diemen's Land check, 7 x 4, filled out and signed by Franklin, "John Franklin," payable to J. W. Murdock for £70, November 27, 1837. In fine condition, with light staining to the side edges.
From the personal collection of a lifelong collector, teacher, and traveler with a passion for world history. His collecting years ranged from the 1970s to the present day, meaning that several of the premier pieces have not been on the market in decades.
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