June 2012 Auction Ends Thursday, June 28th, 5pm Pacific
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 6/28/2012
John Hancock document signed, dated 16 December 1780, during his first months as Governor of Massachusetts. The partially printed single page document confirms the origin and ownership of the schooner, Industry, and affirms that ''no subject of the king of Great-Britain, directly or indirectly has any share, part, or interest therein''. The Governor boldly signs his distinctive, ''John Hancock'' in the left margin, below the Massachusetts state seal. William Davis, ship's master, signs the bottom of the 8'' x 13'' document. Toning and creasing; very good condition. Beautifully framed in cream and gilt.
John Hancock 1780 Naval Document Signed as Governor of Massachusetts
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