Rare Autographs, Manuscripts and Photography
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Signer of the Declaration of Independence, and founder and president of the Bank of Philadelphia (1739–1813). Manuscript DS, signed “Geo. Clymer,” one page, 6.75 x 8.25, docketed December 13, 1803. A letter of recommendation, in part: “We the subscribers having understood that an application has been made to the Purveyor of Public Supplies on the part of Henry Kline Taylor to employ him in the making up of Soldiers Clothes beg leave to offer our Recommendation—We have found him honest in his Transactions & Skilfull in his workmanship.” Signed at the conclusion by Clymer and two others. Central vertical and horizontal folds and overall toning, otherwise fine condition.
Declaration of Independence: George Clymer
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