GEORGE WASHINGTON * PSA * Autograph INVALID DISCHARGE Rare Format Signed
Guaranteed Authentic
EXCEPTIONAL GEORGE WASHINGTON CUT SIGNATURE REMOVED FROM SCARCE INVALID DISCHARGE CERTIFICATE
First President of the United States, American Patriot, and Founding Father, GEORGE WASHINGTON scarce, hand-signed cut signature removed from a Revolutionary War Invalid Corps discharge certificate, countersigned by Jonathan Trumbull, Jr. as Washington's Junior Secretary, circa September 1782. At the time, Washington was Commander-In-Chief of the Continental Army. A fine specimen of Washington's classic signature. Easily one of the brightest and boldest examples of Washington's autograph we have offered!
By style, this particular Washington signature format is rare with auction records showing only 2 other such Invalid Corps discharge certificates.
The Invalid Corps operated from 1777 to 1783 and was comprised of older and invalid veterans who could still provide limited military service for the Continental Army. The British army had long organized companies of men who were unfit for active service into garrison companies to guard fortifications and stores, and the Americans sought to make use of any additional manpower they could acquire. The Corps was officially disbanded between April 1783 and December 1784.
CERTIFIED AUTHENTIC BY PSA/DNA expert examination. The Washington signature has been thoroughly reviewed and encapsulated using PSA/DNA's proprietary sonically-sealed technology. UNCONDITIONALLY GUARANTEED GENUINE.
Washington's authentic autograph is one of the most elusive and highly-prized signatures in American autograph collecting, considered one of the "blue chip" investments of the hobby. His autograph has only continued to climb in value over the past decade. Don't miss this opportunity to add this investment-grade autograph to your collection.
Condition is as shown with single fold at midline, uneven toning, small paper loss at midline to the "y" in "Sect'y". Previous signs of mounting to verso. Cut measures appx. 2" x 8" inside 6.5" x 10" encapsulate.
Own a remarkable, original piece of American history! The perfect acquisition for a museum, the avid Washington collector, Presidential aficionado, autograph enthusiast, or History buff.
Sold as is, as shown.