Early American Colonial 1761 Handwritten Will Document Jersey America Rare
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Very rare and early American handwritten 1761/62 pair of documents in the form of a last will and testament of Abraham Nelson (1689-1762) of Burlington, Salem County, New Jersey. The first document is entirely handwritten in period ink by Samuel Allison, author of 1776 Laws Of New Jersey, who transcribed this for Nelson in 1761. The document is out of Salem County, New Jersey. Attached with black wax seals to the deed is the official printed document t...hat authenticated the deed at the time. This is a brilliant piece on handlaid paper boasting an incredible header which reads His Excellency Josiah Hardy Esq. Captain General Governor in Chief in and over His Majesty’s Province Of New-Jersey, and Territories thereon depending in America, & c.. I believe the handwritten portion of the header was penned by Read or Allison as opposed to Hardy. Boasts official notary stamp in top left corner. Printed at a time when America was still under rule of England and just 15 years before the start of the American Revolution. Signed by both Samuel Allison and Charles Read III both of whom were influential men during the Revolution.
Samuel Allinson (1739-1791) was a Burlington lawyer, a Quaker, and a staunch antislavery advocate. He took no part in the Revolution, but he wrote several long philosophical letters to Governor Livingston explaining the pacifist views of the Society of Friends. At the time of his death he owned many copies of his compilation, and his son William's accounts with Robert Smith between 1788 and 1791 record the disposition of numerous copies" (Felcone).
An extensive bio for Charles Read can be found online.
In Good condition considering age and rarity. Both exhibit fold lines. Handwritten document is folded at the base and affixed to printed document with two original wax seals. Printed paper is folded and actually measures twice the size with the back portion being blank. Both documents are sound and not deteriorating. Quite suitable for framing.
Measures 13” x 10”. Please ask us about our other Colonial New Jersey documents from this collection.
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Samuel Allinson (1739-1791) was a Burlington lawyer, a Quaker, and a staunch antislavery advocate. He took no part in the Revolution, but he wrote several long philosophical letters to Governor Livingston explaining the pacifist views of the Society of Friends. At the time of his death he owned many copies of his compilation, and his son William's accounts with Robert Smith between 1788 and 1791 record the disposition of numerous copies" (Felcone).
An extensive bio for Charles Read can be found online.
In Good condition considering age and rarity. Both exhibit fold lines. Handwritten document is folded at the base and affixed to printed document with two original wax seals. Printed paper is folded and actually measures twice the size with the back portion being blank. Both documents are sound and not deteriorating. Quite suitable for framing.
Measures 13” x 10”. Please ask us about our other Colonial New Jersey documents from this collection.
Please enjoy the photos for further item details and if you have any questions feel free to ask. This item ships Worldwide. Fast payment ensures prompt shipping. Thank you and be sure to check out our other listings!
