December 2016 Auction Ends Thursday, December 15th, 5pm Pacific
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James Hancock document signed as Governor of Massachusetts, appointing James Endicot Justice of the Peace. Dated 2 July 1793, three months before Hancock died, still using the distinctive paraph underneath his signature. Countersigned by John Avery, Secretary of the Massachusetts Commonwealth. Document measures 10'' x 15.5'', housed in a double-sided frame measuring 13'' x 18.5''. Spot at lower left and tape reinforcement on verso to middle fold. Overall very good condition with a bold signature by Hancock.
John Hancock Document Signed in 1793, Three Months Before His Death
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