Robert Morris Signed 1795 Stock Certificate

One-share stock certificate in the North American Land Company, dated February 20, 1795 and boldly signed by company president Robert Morris, Founding Father, signer of the Declaration of Independence, and celebrated financier of the American Revolution. Countersigned by company secretary James Marshall, brother of Chief Justice John Marshall and Morris's son-in-law. An important early American financial document from the ambitious land speculation venture that ultimately contributed to Morris's financial collapse. Estimate $400 - $600

Estimate:£298.43

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