Lot 130
Rutledge, Edward (1749-1800) Youngest Signer of the Declaration of Independence; governor of South Carolina. Document Signed ("Ed: Rutledge"), two pages plus integral leaf with docket, 13 x 8¼ inches, Charleston, April 20, 1795. In part, "Whereas my brother, John Rutledge stands bound to Thomas Parker in & by a certain Bond dated the thirteenth day of August, in the year of Our Lord one thousand seven hundred and ninety-two in the penal sum of Two thousand one hundred and twelve pounds eighteen shillings & four pence…the day of payment having elapsed the said Thomas Parker hath requested the said John Rutledge to secure him in the payment of said debt & it hath been agreed between the said parties that I should accordingly secure the same…." Several edge splits at folds, easily repaired. After signing the Declaration of Independence, Edward returned to South Carolina and took a seat in the state Assembly. He was a captain of militia and fought in the Battle of Beaufort in 1779. In 1780 he was captured by the British during the fall of Charleston and held prisoner until July 1781. Edward's brother, John (1739-1800) was a statesman, jurist, and President of the South Carolina General Assembly.
Estimated Value $500 - 600.
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