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| Lot: 1083 Category: Memorabilia/Documents |
| Description: William Williams, Declaration of Independence signer manuscript DS, signed Wm. Williams, Just. Pacis (1 page 7 x 2) June 6, 1765. In part: -Personally appeared Mr. John Naugkan and acknowledged the foregoing Testament-. Several vertical folds, one passing through surname, and scattered soiling heavier to the right. Considering this note is now 260 years old, the clarity and preservation of this note is exceptional. Pre-certified by John Reznikoff/ PSA/ DNA and COA by RR Auctions. Williams was a successful merchant. Born in 1731, he attended Harvard and graduated in 1751, studied theology with his father, a Pastor in Lebanon, fought in the French and Indian War at Lake George, became a merchant and town clerk in Lebanon for 44 years. He was a Selectman for 25 years and served the provincial and state Legislature for 40 years; during which time he was councilor, member and Speaker of the House. aF/FINE |
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