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Anderson MA-11. Massachusetts. December 1, 1777. Partly-printed bond in which the state has "Received of Nathan Bliss the sum of ten pounds two shillings for the use and service of the State of Massachusetts-Bay…to repay to the said Nathan Bliss …with interest annually...., at six per cent per annum. . This bond is from the complex "Sword in Hand" emblem series featuring additional authorizations and redemption due dates. These have a very iconic Massachusetts engraved style.Printed from a Nathaniel Hurd plate on laid paper. 20.0 cm by 19.0 cm. At upper left, a rattlesnake frames a standing patriot holding a sword and the INDE / PEND / ENCE scroll; the Latin motto circling around is ENSE PETIT PLACIDAM SUB LIBERTATE QUIETAM (By the sword we seek peace, but peace only under liberty, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts motto). Intricate floral bordering is on three sides, and the top has a double-line frame.. Fine condition
Colonial Massachusetts Bay State 6% Interest Treasury Certificates December 1, 1777
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