Lot 459
Washington, George. Three lines in Washington's hand, on 1½ x 9 in. paper, n.p., n.d. The lines: "ties of Greenbrier & Randolph to the line which divides the counties of Randolph & Bath, thence with the said last mentioned line to the line which divides" seem to be from a survey, either in Washington's role as a public surveyor or (more likely) as a private land speculator. Fine. Through his connections with the powerful Fairfax family, Washington was appointed public surveyor of Culpeper County in July 1749; some 199 surveys are credited to Washington during his time as a public surveyor. In 1752 he made his first land purchase for himself, and at his death 52,192 acres in several states were listed in his will.
Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,250.
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