Lot 143
Bourne, Nehemiah (1611-91) British rear admiral; ship builder. Manuscript Document Signed ("N Bourne") two months before being appointed rear admiral, March 14, 1652, 1 pg, 10½ x 6¼ in. Giving orders regarding provisions to be loaded on a ship and delivered to Bourne. Written during the English civil war, during which Bourne fought on Cromwell and Parliament's side, but it may pertain to personal mercantile pursuits in which Bourne engaged. Toned, with a couple of stains, but quite legible, with a huge signature. Bourne migrated to Massachusetts in 1638, and began building ships. He built Governor Winthrop's ship, the Trial, between 160 and 200 tons burden, which was ready in June 1641, but had to wait a year for her rigging to arrive from London.
Estimated Value $300 - 400.
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