Lot 1
1686 Deed For Land In Philadelphia. Manuscript Document signed with the mark of Elizabeth Shorter, Philadelphia, July 12, 1786, only 3½ years after Philadelphia was established as the capital of Pennsylvania, 7¾ x 7¼ in., with attached docket leaf. In part: "I Eliz: Shorter widdo: of Philadelphia in ye province of Pennsylvania for the Consideration of one hundred pounds Sterling unto Christopher Libthorpe…my housing in the front street of Delawar with my lott and dwelling…." Witnessed by two men. Boldly written. Light toning and soiling, else Fine. Between 1643 and 1681, Swedes and Dutch settled in the area, as well as Finns and English. In 1681, William Penn received the title to Pennsylvania from Charles II, and in October 1862, the city of Philadelphia was established. It became the seat of goverrnment and capital of Pennsylvania in March 1683.
Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,500.
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| Realized $1,001 |
