Lot 765
The Pennsylvania Gazette and Chronicle. Three Pennsylvania periodicals regarding early Colonial currency issues. First, the July 20, 1785 edition of The Pennsylvania Gazette, featuring articles on a new regulation against the import of counterfeit coppers; also the August 11, 1773 edition of The Pennsylvania Gazette featuring a front page article offering a reward for the capture of counterfeiters of Pennsylvania money; and finally the May 18, 1767 edition of The Pennsylvania Chronicle and Universal Advertiser including a story on the history of currency in North America which also expresses opposition to the new issues. One paper has light stains. Otherwise the group is in very good condition.
Estimated Value $400 - 600.
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| Realized $299 |
