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A rare original 1803 Massachusetts militia appointment, presented as a framed gallery piece. Dated April 27, 1803, it appoints John … Read more A rare original 1803 Massachusetts militia appointment, presented as a framed gallery piece. Dated April 27, 1803, it appoints John Horton as Lieutenant of a Company in the Sixth Regiment, Second Brigade, Second Division of the Massachusetts Militia. It is signed by Governor Caleb Strong, as Governor and Commander in Chief of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and countersigned by John Avery Jr., Secretary of the Commonwealth. The document follows the official Massachusetts militia commission wording of the period and bears the seal of the Commonwealth. A compelling early American historical document for a collector, study, or distinguished wall display. See less
- Dimensions
- 19.5ʺW × 1ʺD × 15ʺH
- Styles
- Early American
- Frame Type
- Framed
- Art Subjects
- Text
- Period
- Early 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Paper
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Tan
- Condition Notes
- Used and original. The parchment shows age toning and yellowing consistent with a document of this age, as visible in … moreUsed and original. The parchment shows age toning and yellowing consistent with a document of this age, as visible in the photographs. Presented framed. Please review the photographs for full detail. less
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