May 18, 2021 Early Arms & Militaria
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 5/18/2021
Original William Penn Deed to Joseph Gillpin for 195 acres from the section known as Steining Mannor which extended into New Castle and Chester Counties. "Price paid - one shilling for every 100 acres. Loaned by Ester Good". This deed was prepared for "William Penn Esq. by his Attorney James Logan Esq. to Joseph Gillpin for 195 acres being part of the Mannor of Steining" and is dated fifth day of March, 1738. Signature of Penn probably signed by James Logan. Bears two seal by the signatures that are deteriorating. 26" x 24". CONDITION: Very good but could be softened because of drying. Some discoloring and minor tear at Penn signature. DRG