Declaration of Independence Engraving by John Binns 1819
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Declaration of Independence Engraving by John Binns 1819
A broadside of the Declaration of Independence by engraver John Binns. 1p, measuring 26.25" x 35.5", [Philadelphia], dated April 19, 1819. An engraved lithograph of the Declaration's text in an oval cartouche, surrounded by vignettes of the 13 colonies. Originally designed by John Binns, with the writing designed and engraved by C.H. Parker. Printed by James Porter, with the facsimile signatures by Tanner, Vallance, Kearny, and Company. Text at the bottom of the broadside identifies the document as being a correct copy of the original Declaration of Independence, signed with a facsimile signature by John Quincy Adams. Matted and framed to the overall size of 32" x 41.5". Moderate toning, wear, and tearing to the edges. Larger tears have been repaired. Dampstaining to the bottom edge. Still attractive for display.
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