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Auction: 316 - The Collector's Series
Lot: 1189

Ellsworth, Oliver (1745-1807). American revolutionary, lawyer and politician, a drafter of the Constitution, senator from Connecticut (1789-1796), 3rd Chief Justice of the United States (1796-1800), helped to establish the U.S. as a viable sovereign nation. Autograph Document Signed "Oliv.Ellsworth". One-page, about 4x8, Hartford, CT, April 30, 1804. Promissory note to his son-in-law Ezekiel Williams, Jr. or order at the Hartford Bank for $295, entirely in Ellworth´s hand. Two ink lines were used to cancel the signature. Endorsed by Williams on verso. Irregular edge, About Fine. Accompanied by B of E & P engraving of Ellsworth. [2]

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