Francis Hopkinson 1779 Signed Document

Revolutionary War-dated partly printed financial document signed "F. Hopkinson" by Francis Hopkinson, a signer of the Declaration of Independence from New Jersey. Dated February 15, 1779, the document directs payment of $120, equivalent to 600 livres tournois, to James Wharton for interest due on money borrowed by the United States. Signed by Hopkinson as Treasurer of Loans and countersigned by Thomas Smith, Commissioner of the Continental Loan Office for Pennsylvania. Hopkinson was a member of the Continental Congress and one of the 56 signers of the Declaration of Independence. Issued while the Revolutionary War was still being fought, this document directly relates to the financing of the United States during the struggle for independence. Double-matted with an engraved portrait and nameplate, overall approximately 21.5 x 13 inches. Estimate $1,000 - $2,000

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