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Herbert, Paul (fl. 1765) [Receipt for gold items bought from Nathaniel Jefferys]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC01450.556.03 Author/Creator: Herbert, Paul (fl. 1765) Place Written: London, England Type: Manuscript document signed Date: 16 March 1765 Pagination: 1 p. : docket ; 29.5 x 22.5 cm. Order a Copy

Receipt for a snuff box, candlesticks, a frame and a necklace bought from Nathanael Jefferys by Captain Hervey. Signed by Paul Herbert stating he recieved the goods. Written on Jefferys stationary, which contains a stylized printed version of the queen's seal with lion and unicorn.

Nathanael Jefferys was goldsmith to the Queen.

Herbert, Paul, fl. 1765

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