Lot 278: John Hancock

John Hancock
Ink signature, "John Hancock," on an off-white 3.5 x 1 clipped slip, with "President," written next to Hancock's signature in another hand. Archivally double cloth matted and framed with a portrait of Hancock, to an overall size of 11 x 14.5. Some scattered light toning and soiling, irregular edges, and portion of first letter of signature clipped off, otherwise fine condition. A bold example of one of the most recognized signatures in US history.