Signed John Hancock document $440,000, Freeman’s

A manuscript document signed by John Hancock sold for $440,000 at a Freeman’s auction held in Philadelphia, PA. The extraordinary Revolutionary War-era document, bearing the signature of the prominent patriot, first signer of the Declaration of Independence, and president of the Continental Congress, attracted intense bidding from collectors of American
historical manuscripts. The remarkable result underscored the enduring demand for important documents connected to the nation’s founding. Also, an autograph letter signed by Benjamin Franklin realized $25,000.