Archives International Auctions Auction 97 October 9, 2024

Archives International Auctions - Sale 97 64 October 9, 2024 Archives International Auctions www.archivesinternational.com 289 289 Connecticut Comptroller’s Office, 1790-91, I/C, 10/- Payment Trio Hartford, Connecticut, 1790-91. Lot of 3, all are I/C payments of “Lawful Money, out of any Funds appropriated for the Payment of interest on the liquidated Debt of the State of Connecticut.” All were issued for 10 Shillings, Black text with simple black scroll work border, cut cancelled at center, and signed by Ralph Pomeroy as Comptroller, All are in Fine to VF+ condition. Ralph Pomeroy was a notable figure in the late 18th century, serving as the Comptroller of Connecticut in 1790. His career began with significant military service during the American Revolutionary War, where he held positions such as first lieutenant and Deputy Quartermaster General for Connecticut. Following the war, Pomeroy engaged in mercantile and manufacturing activities in Hartford. Despite his attempts to secure federal appointments, including requests to George Washington, he remained active in state roles, notably managing Connecticut’s finances as Comptroller, where he oversaw state debt payments and other fiscal responsibilities_. Printed by Hudson and Goodwin. (3). Sold “AS IS” no returns accepted. ������������� Est. $150-250 290 290 Connecticut Comptroller’s Office, 1790-91, I/C, 5/- Payment Trio Hartford, Connecticut, 1790-91. Lot of 3, all are I/C payments of “Lawful Money, out of any Funds appropriated for the Payment of interest on the liquidated Debt of the State of Connecticut.” All were issued for 5 Shillings, Black text with simple black scroll work border, cut cancelled at center, and signed by Ralph Pomeroy as Comptroller, All are in Fine to VF+ condition. Ralph Pomeroy was a notable figure in the late 18th century, serving as the Comptroller of Connecticut in 1790. His career began with significant military service during the American Revolutionary War, where he held positions such as first lieutenant and Deputy Quartermaster General for Connecticut. Following the war, Pomeroy engaged in mercantile and manufacturing activities in Hartford. Despite his attempts to secure federal appointments, including requests to George Washington, he remained active in state roles, notably managing Connecticut’s finances as Comptroller, where he oversaw state debt payments and other fiscal responsibilities_. Printed by Hudson and Goodwin. (3). Sold “AS IS” no returns accepted. ������������� Est. $150-250 291 291 Connecticut Comptroller’s Office, 1791, I/C, £1 Payment Trio Hartford, Connecticut, 1791. Lot of 3, all are I/C payments of “Lawful Money, out of any Funds appropriated for the Payment of interest on the liquidated Debt of the State of Connecticut.” All were issued for £1, Black text with simple black scroll work border, cut cancelled at center, and signed by Ralph Pomeroy as Comptroller. All are in Fine to VF+ condition. Ralph Pomeroy was a notable figure in the late 18th century, serving as the Comptroller of Connecticut in 1791. His career began with significant military service during the American Revolutionary War, where he held positions such as first lieutenant and Deputy Quartermaster General for Connecticut. Following the war, Pomeroy engaged in mercantile and manufacturing activities in Hartford. Despite his attempts to secure federal appointments, including requests to George Washington, he remained active in state roles, notably managing Connecticut’s finances as Comptroller, where he oversaw state debt payments and other fiscal responsibilities_. Printed by Hudson and Goodwin. (3). Sold “AS IS” no returns accepted. ������������������������������� Est. $150-250 U.S. Obsolete Banknotes California 292 292 California Grape Food Co., Christian-Temperance or Benevolent Society (in the World), ND (1880-1900), 2 1/2 Cents, Scrip Note San Francisco, California, ND (1880-1900). 2 1/2 Cents California Grade Food Co. Scrip Note, Brown printing with blue underprint, Back is green with Non-Alcoholic Trade Mark at center, S/N 23539, XF. ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������� Est. $60-120