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Philip Schuyler autographed Revolutionary War-era financial document, dated February 7, 1776. In the manuscript, Schuyler directs a financial payment involving fifty dollars and references additional gentlemen, concluding that the amount is payable in March. Signed "P. Schuyler" at the conclusion.

Dated during the opening year of the American Revolution and Schuyler's service as a Major General in the Continental Army, the document provides an early wartime example of his handwriting and signature.

Accompanied by a period engraved portrait of Schuyler in military uniform, published by Johnson, Fry & Co. of New York and bearing a facsimile signature beneath the image.

The autographed document measures approximately 8.5 x 3 inches, while the engraved portrait measures approximately 7.75 x 10.5 inches. Good condition with expected age toning, irregular edges, staining and old mounting remnants along the left edge, scattered spotting, folds, and general handling wear. The engraved portrait exhibits light age toning and scattered foxing.

Philip Schuyler (1733–1804) was an American Revolutionary War general and statesman who played an important role in the military and political affairs of New York. Appointed a Major General in the Continental Army in 1775, he commanded the Northern Department during the early years of the Revolution and was closely involved in preparations for the Saratoga campaign. Schuyler also served in the Continental Congress and later became one of New York's first United States Senators. His daughter Elizabeth Schuyler married Alexander Hamilton.

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