{"product_id":"1766-colonial-merchant-memorandum","title":"1766 Colonial Merchant Memorandum","description":"\u003cp\u003e1766 Colonial American Merchant Memorandum Account Hobnails Sprigs Jonathan Lane\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eOriginal pre-Revolutionary business record with period accounting and trade references.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eDescription\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOffered is an original colonial American manuscript memorandum dated:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOctober 7, 1766\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe document records a merchant purchasing order and business memorandum referencing period trade goods and hardware, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne piece of cloth (\"Huntums\")\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHobnails\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSprigs (small nails)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMerchant\/supplier Jonathan Lane\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe reverse is filled with contemporary accounting calculations in pounds, shillings, and pence, providing an excellent example of eighteenth-century bookkeeping and commercial practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease note: it is possible that the reverse is actually a colonial period school exercise.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis manuscript dates to the decade preceding the American Revolution and represents authentic colonial business activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eHistorical Significance\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDated 1766\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eColonial American manuscript\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMerchant and trade history\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOriginal accounting calculations\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReferences building materials and textiles\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAttractive period handwriting\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExcellent Americana collectible\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eCondition\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOriginal manuscript on laid paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDisplays expected folds, edge losses, toning, staining, and handling wear consistent with age and use. Writing remains clear and legible. Please review photographs carefully for condition details.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Signature Documents LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52336017342746,"sku":"EB-327204279268","price":299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2221\/0931\/files\/57_c0a3dc40-7b2a-4530-95fc-477a208e77ae.jpg?v=1781051972","url":"https:\/\/princetonaudubonprints.com\/products\/1766-colonial-merchant-memorandum","provider":"Signature Documents LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}