Richard Varick Signed Tavern License Bond

Early New York manuscript and printed bond for a one-year tavern license issued to Patrick Lynch in the sum of fifty pounds, boldly signed by Richard Varick, who served as Mayor of New York City from 1789 to 1801. The document stipulates that the innkeeper must not permit cockfighting, gaming, or playing with cards, dice, or shuffleboard, or the license would be invalidated. An excellent example of early New York municipal regulation and tavern licensing, bearing the signature of one of the city's earliest mayors. Estimate $150 - $300

Estimate:£113.52

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