Archives International Auctions Auction 99 February 5, 2025

Archives International Auctions - Sale 99 32 February 5, 2025 Archives International Auctions www.archivesinternational.com 151 151 CT. Connecticut Comptroller’s Office, 1790, I/C Payment Pair Hartford, Connecticut, 1790. Lot of 2, 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.” Both were issued for 1 Pound with Black text and simple black scroll work border, cut cancelled at center, one was also signed by Abraham Husted, who in the American Revolution, served as a Sergeant under Captain Matthew Mead in the 9th Connecticut Militia regiment commanded by Lieutenant Colonel John Mead. He died on 9 June 1819 in Greenwich, Connecticut, and both signed by Ralph Pomeroy as Comptroller, S/Ns 8593 and 9220, Both 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. (2). Sold “AS IS” no returns accepted. ��������������������������������������������������������������������� Est. $100-160 152 152 CT. Connecticut Comptroller’s Office, 1790, Payment Certificate I/C Trio Connecticut, 1790. Lot of 3 I/C Payment Certificates for 5 Shillings, Money should be paid out of “any funds appropriated for the payment of interest on the liquidated debt of the State of Connecticut”, First is made out to John Griswold, S/N 3765, Second is made out to James Howard, S/N 4277, Third is made out to Samuel Rogers, S/N 4106. All are Cut Cancelled at center and signed by Ralph Pomeroy (1750-1816). Pomeroy was a colonel in the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War, participating in key battles like Bunker Hill. After the war, he served as the Comptroller of Connecticut from 1790 to 1792. Pieces range from Choice VF to AU condition. (3). Sold “AS IS” no returns accepted. ���������������������������������������������� Est. $150-250 153 153 CT. Connecticut Comptroller’s Office, 1791, I/C Payment Pair Hartford, Connecticut, 1791. Lot of 2, 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.” Both were issued for 1 Pound with Black text and simple black scroll work border, cut cancelled at center, and signed by Ralph Pomeroy as Comptroller, S/ Ns 10,169 and 11,132, Both are in Fine to VF+ condition. One was also signed by Lewis B. Sturges, Lewis Burr Sturges (March 15, 1763 – March 30, 1844) was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Connecticut from 1805 to 1817. He was born in Fairfield, Connecticut, the son of Jonathan Sturges, who also served in the House. 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. (2). Sold “AS IS” no returns accepted. ��������������������������������������������������������������������� Est. $100-160 154 154 CT. Connecticut Comptroller’s Office, 1791, Payment Certificate I/C Trio Connecticut, 1791. Lot of 3 I/C Payment Certificates for 10 Shillings, Money should be paid out of “any funds appropriated for the payment of interest on the liquidated debt of the State of Connecticut”, First two are made out to RichardMcLundy with S/Ns 5751 and 5755, Third is made out to Thomas Hoyt Jr, S/N 5453. All are Cut Cancelled at center and signed by Ralph Pomeroy (1750-1816). Pomeroy was a colonel in the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War, participating in key battles like Bunker Hill. After the war, he served as the Comptroller of Connecticut from 1790 to 1792. Certificates range from Choice VF to AU condition. (3). Sold “AS IS” no returns accepted. ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� Est. $150-250