Lot 46
Independence Hall: Important Document Signed for Repairs to Windows, Posts and Platforms Dated 1837 and Endorsed by James V. Eaton. Itemized document signed:
Committee of Penns Hall"**,
1837,December 23rd. To James O. Eaton
Granite work for Penn Hall according to contract, $2380
5 Window Sills 6ft 4in. long 20.75
4 Sills for Cellar Windows 4ft 8in. long 15 by 9 @ 7.50 31.00
5¼ x 7½" and in excellent condition with only small tape stain and a tiny strip of archival tape on verso. Document itemizes 5 window sills and cost by linear feet as well as for 4 sills of cellar windows. Evidently a credit due of $108 for posts and platforms for a total of $2325.75.
Endorsed on verso "James V. Eaton, Bill for Granite Work for Penn Hall, 1837"
** Originally named "Pennsylvania State House" "State Hall" "Pennsa State House" but ultimately became known as "Indepence Hall". Estimated Value $400 - 600
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