John Adams Signed Promissory Note. Superb Early Example.

Promissory note, 2.75” x 4.5”, and framed to 13.75” x 20.5” with an original portrait by Gilbert Stuart, and dated April 2, 1764. Boldly signed by 2nd U.S. President John Adams with his full signature as "John Adams." Countersigned by David Vogt, of whom Adams lent 12 shillings. Show through at the left edge from a previous mounting strip.

In full:

"Braintree April 2nd, 1764. For value rec'd I promise to pay John Adams or his order, Twelve shillings of lawful money on demand with interest. Witness my hand

David Vogt"

John Adams was an American statesman, attorney, diplomat, writer, and Founding Father who served as the 2nd president of the United States from 1797 to 1801.

A rare glimpse into the beginnings of a Founding Father. When the loan was made, Adams was a 28-year-old newly-minted lawyer who would marry Abigail Smith just two months later. Adams had begun his rise to prominence with his opposition to the Stamp Act just one year later.

This item comes with a Certificate from John Reznikoff, a premier authenticator for both major 3rd party authentication services, PSA and JSA (James Spence Authentications), as well as numerous auction houses.

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