Lot 34
Hancock, John. Partly-printed Document Signed as Governor of Massachusetts, Boston, May 13, 1793, 1 pg, folio. To Joseph B. Varnum, in part: "You being chosen a Senator by a Majority of Voters in the County of Middlesex for this Commonwealth, are hereby in the Name of said Commonwealth of Massachusetts summoned to attend and assist at a General Court to be begun and holden at the State-House in Boston on Wednesday the twenty-ninth of the present May….You will therefore give your Attendance that there may be a due Convention of Senators on the said Day.…" The large paper state seal is at upper left. Some scattered overall foxing but still a very attractive document in Very Good condition. Archivally matted and framed with a large biographical plaque, a smaller name plaque, and an engraving of Hancock--a very handsome presentation, framed to an overall size of 26½ x 36½ inches.
Estimated Value $3,000 - 4,000.
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