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THE COLLECTION OF PAUL GREGORY AND JANET GAYNOR

GEORGE WASHINGTON SIGNED CERTIFICATE
Ink on printed paper
Original George Washington signature in ink: G Washington
Two sheets framed together in two window French mat: 24 x 36 inches
The certificate with signature (window): 17.5 x 14.25 inches
Handcolored engraving "Sacred to the Memory of the Illustrious Captain of Liberty General George Washington First President of the United States" (window): 16.75 x 13.75 inches

PROVENANCE:
Collection of Adrian;
Gifted to Paul Gregory by Adrian when he moved from Bel Air to Melrose.


Condition Report*: Cracks in certificate, scattered small paper losses. In the portrait engraving there is water staining vertically across the front of the sheet.
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Auction Info

Auction Dates
March, 2011
20th Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 4
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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Buyer's Premium per Lot:
19.5% of the successful bid per lot.

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Sold on Mar 20, 2011 for: $8,962.50
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