$625
Partially printed document filled in by and signed ("L. Carr"), January 29, 1780. Virginia Land Office Treasury warrant to survey 560 acres of land, for George Rogers Clark, for the sum of 224 pounds. Clark, a Revolutionary War general, was known for his conquest of the Northwest Territory in battles in 1778 and 1779; he was the highest ranking officer in the Northwest theater. Framed. Chipping to edges; lacking original wax seal; ink faded; darkening. 6 1/2 x 8 1/4 inches.
Auctioneer:
Leslie Hindman Auctioneers
Date:
2015-08-05