Lot 11
Harrison, Benjamin. Despite the condition, this document could be brought back nicely with proper restoration. (1726- 1791) American Revolutionary Leader. Member of the Virgina Legislature (1749-75); Virgina delegate to Continental Congress (1774-78); Signer of the Declaration; Governor of the State of Virgina (1782- 84).
Manuscript Document Signed as Governor One page, Folio, September 1, 1783. Richmond, V.A. Crudely taped on verso, divided into eight sections, separated at most folds with paper loss at intersections, but few words are affected. Nice seal and very readable.
In it Harrison grants John Green"… 400 acres of land… beginning on the beach on the banks of the Buffalo river… ".
Very Good.
Estimated Value $400 - 600.
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