Lot 203
Mifflin, Thomas (1744-1800) George Washington's aide-de-camp; Revolutionary War general; president of the Continental Congress; governor of Pennsylvania. Partly-printed Document Signed "Tho Mifflin" as governor of Pennsylvania, vellum, 12½"x22" (Philadelphia), 1794 Oct. 7. Countersigned by A.J. Dallas (1759-1817) as secretary; he would become Madison's secretary of the treasury. Fine; some translucence and toning to top of vellum. A land grant to Andrew Swearingen on Panther Lane, in a town being created near "where the old French town stood." Mifflin signed under the large paper seal at upper left. Matted with an image of Mifflin and a plaque and handsomely framed to an overall size of 25"x43¼". Am impressive display piece.
Estimated Value $600 - 800.
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| Realized $460 |
