May 2015 Auction Ends Thursday, May 28th, 5pm Pacific

Lot #173:

Benjamin Franklin Signed Land Grant for Revolutionary War Veteran -- From 1787 One Month Before Franklin Attended the Constitutional Convention

Benjamin Franklin land grant signed in Philadelphia on 27 April 1787, just one month before the start of the Constitutional Convention held in that city. Franklin served as President of Philadelphia's Executive Council and signs ''B. Franklin'' in that capacity, granting Private William Williams land in exchange for his service in the Revolutionary War. Document measures 15'' x 12.5'', beautifully matted and framed to 40'' x 23''. Weighs 14 lbs. Folds, toning and light staining throughout. Very good condition.