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Lancaster?, 1963?. quarto, original paper wrappers, 12 pp., some ownership markings but still good. - If you are reading this, this item is actually (physically) in our stock and ready for shipment once ordered. We are not bookjackers. Buyer is responsible for any additional duties, taxes, or fees required by recipient's country.
Yorktown Scrip, for Shares in Privateer During the War of 1812 by [War of 1812] - 1813
by [War of 1812]
Yorktown Scrip, for Shares in Privateer During the War of 1812
by [War of 1812]
- Used
[New York]: (S.n.), 1813. Broadside. 5 1/4" x 7 7/8. Very Good. Top left corner tip chipped away, there is also about a 1" closed tear extending from top edge near left margin with a strip of old tape residue. Mild browning and faint tide mark extending about 1/2" into right margin.. Blank printed form to certify ownership of shares in the privateer Yorktown during the War of 1812. The Yorktown operated out of New York against British ships beginning in 1813. This scrip is for her second cruise. She did manage to capture a few British ships but was eventually captured herself.
- Bookseller Back Creek Books LLC, ABAA/ILAB (US)
- Format/Binding Broadside. 5 1/4" x 7 7/8
- Book Condition Used - Very Good. Top left corner tip chipped away, there is also about a 1" closed tear extending from top edge near left margin
- Quantity Available 1
- Publisher (S.n.)
- Place of Publication [New York]
- Date Published 1813
- Keywords Privateers, War Of 1812, New York, Naval Warfare, Naval Battles, Royal Navy, Prize Ships