Lot 42
Washington, George. Autograph Document Signed "George Washington" in the third person in the text, 3¼ x 6¼ in., n.p., Feb. 13, 1768. Washington writes: "Borrowed and receivd from George Washington the Sum of Ten pounds Currency which I promise to return when demanded…." T. Ellzey signs in receipt. Closed tear in lower right corner under Ellzey's signature, else fine. Matted with a vintage, handcolored engraving of Washington and artfully framed to an overall size of 22¾ x 14¾ in.
Thomasin Ellzey was a vestryman in nearby Truro Parish and a hunting companion of Washington's. Thomasin's brother, William, was Washington's lawyer. Of note is an entry in Washington's diary for Feb. 12, 1768, the day before he made this loan, noting that Thomasin Ellzey was a member of Washington's fox-hunting party. Washington's ledger for Feb. 13 records this loan of ten pounds to Ellzey.
Estimated Value $9,000 - 12,000.
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