1786 Revolutionary Era Connecticut Naval Officer Bond - Leffingwell Signed For Sale

Authentic 1786 State of Connecticut Legal Bond

This is a remarkable piece of early American history. Dated May 20, 1786, this document serves as a penal bond for Christopher Leffingwell, who is being appointed as the Naval Officer for the Port of Norwich.

Leffingwell was a prominent figure in Connecticut during the Revolutionary War, a pioneer in manufacturing, and a close associate of George Washington. The bond is also signed by David Nevins and John Huntington Jr. as sureties.

• Date: May 20, 1786 (10th Year of Independence)

• Location: Norwich, State of Connecticut

• Amount: One Thousand Pounds

• Signatures: Christopher Leffingwell, David Nevins, John Huntington Jr.

• Witnesses: Ebenezer Carew, Joseph Leffingwell

• Condition: Original manuscript on laid paper. Shows expected age-related toning and fold lines. Please note the historical ink strike-throughs on the pre-printed form which were common for legal adjustments of that era.

Important Note to Buyers:

Please examine the high-resolution photos carefully before purchasing. This is an antique paper document over 230 years old. The photos provide the best representation of the physical condition, including any foxing, edge wear, or staining. What you see in the images is exactly what you will receive.