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Connecticut Comptroller's Office, 1789 and 1791, I/C, 10/- Payment Trio

Currency:USD Category:Coins & Paper Money / Paper Money - United States Start Price:80.00 USD Estimated At:150.00 - 250.00 USD
Connecticut Comptroller's Office, 1789 and 1791,  I/C, 10/- Payment Trio
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This item SOLD at 2024 Oct 09 @ 14:10UTC-4 : AST/EDT
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Hartford, Connecticut, 1789 and 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 10 Shillings, Black text with simple black scroll work border, cut cancelled at center, and signed by Ralph Pomeroy as Comptroller. The notes were issued to Noah Porter, John Hoyt jr., and Phinchas Lewis, 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.