September 5-7, 2023 Firearms & Militaria
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 9/6/2023
An attractive and displayable land grant from the Supreme Executive Council of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania signed by founding father Benjamin Franklin. The grant is for a man by the name of Philip Wager for the tract of land "on the north west side of the Ohio River" known as White Oak Bottom. Dated 16 October 1787, the document is handsomely signed by Franklin far left center "B. Franklin". The grant is nicely matted and framed with an engraving of Franklin and the overall dimensions are approximately 31 - 1/2" x 19 - 1/4". The frame is marked on reverse with a Thomas F. Madigan sticker. The signature was authenticated and comes with a James Spence Authentication Full Letter of Authenticity. This historic document is former Dr. John K. Lattimer Collection. The grant is slightly off its mounting and has lightly sagged behind the glass. Noticeable light edge wear with scattered light blemishes and vaguely visible fold lines. Ink exhibits slight fading but is completely clear and legible. A very nice display that is ready to hang. CONDITION: Very good.
Item Dimensions: Frame: 31 - 1/2" x 19 - 1/4".