Autographs
1724 William Burnet Signature as Governor of New York
WILLIAM BURNET, Royal Governor of New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts and New Hampshire, Very Fine.
April 28, 1724-Dated, Manuscript Document Signed (twice), “W Burnet” boldly as Governor of New York, 12.25” x 7.5” tipped into a slightly larger sheet, dated at New York. A smattering of tiny almost imperceptible pinpricks at top, otherwise quite fresh and remarkable Choice Very Fine in condition. William Burnet’s first signature, measuring 2.5” by 1”, attests that three men witnessed John Theobald, deceased, sign his Last Will and Testament; the second signature, is only slightly smaller. Here he certifies that the Executers named in said Will have taken the Oath of Administration. A handsome, 1724 Colonial New York, document Signed by Governor William Burnet.