Lot 250
Wilson, James (1742-1798) Signer of the Declaration of Independence and the Costitution, which he helped to frame; member of the Continental Congress. Partly-printed document signed, 1 page plus integral leaf with docket, on laid, watermarked paper. 13 x 8", Philadelphia, Oct. 19, 1790. This attractive document is an agreement between Wilson and Robert Morris in which Wilson agrees to pay Morris "Seventeen thousand seven hundred and two Livres Eight Sols Tournois." Countersigned by an associate of Morris, Garrett Cottringer. At the time, Morris, whose financial and administrative genius was so important to the American Revolution, was pursuing a vain attempt to corner the American tobacco market (he signed a monopoly with the French), and was just getting into the land speculation that would ultimately be his ruin. Light toning and some old tape marks on verso, else fine. Wilson's beautiful little paper seal is intact to the right of his neat signature.
Estimated Value $600 - 800.
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