{"product_id":"declaration-of-independence-signer-josiah-bartlett-psa-mint-9-auto","title":"Declaration of Independence Signer Josiah Bartlett PSA Mint 9 Auto","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"48\" data-end=\"184\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"48\" data-end=\"58\"\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"58\" data-end=\"61\"\u003e\nJosiah Bartlett Autograph Cut Signature – Signer of the Declaration of Independence – PSA\/DNA Certified Auto Grade MINT 9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"186\" data-end=\"734\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"186\" data-end=\"202\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"202\" data-end=\"205\"\u003e\nPresented is an exceedingly rare cut signature of \u003cstrong data-start=\"255\" data-end=\"274\"\u003eJosiah Bartlett\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of the original signers of the Declaration of Independence, encapsulated and certified by PSA\/DNA with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"385\" data-end=\"406\"\u003eMint 9 auto grade\u003c\/strong\u003e. The autograph, rendered as \u003cstrong data-start=\"435\" data-end=\"452\"\u003e“J. Bartlett”\u003c\/strong\u003e, is neatly clipped and mounted below an engraved portrait of Bartlett, creating a distinguished display piece. The signature is strong and legible, with excellent ink contrast and preserved paper quality, professionally housed in a PSA slab for maximum protection and authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"736\" data-end=\"1303\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"736\" data-end=\"759\"\u003eHistorical Context:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"759\" data-end=\"762\"\u003e\nJosiah Bartlett (1729–1795) was a physician, statesman, and one of the earliest and most prominent advocates of American independence. Representing New Hampshire, Bartlett was the \u003cstrong data-start=\"942\" data-end=\"996\"\u003esecond man to sign the Declaration of Independence\u003c\/strong\u003e, following only John Hancock. He later served as Chief Justice and the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1068\" data-end=\"1103\"\u003efirst Governor of New Hampshire\u003c\/strong\u003e under the state constitution. His unwavering commitment to American liberty and principled public service make his autograph one of the most significant and desirable among Revolutionary-era figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1305\" data-end=\"1342\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1305\" data-end=\"1340\"\u003eAuthentication \u0026amp; Encapsulation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1343\" data-end=\"1742\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1343\" data-end=\"1388\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1345\" data-end=\"1388\"\u003eEncapsulated and certified by \u003cstrong data-start=\"1375\" data-end=\"1386\"\u003ePSA\/DNA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1389\" data-end=\"1415\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1415\"\u003eAuto Grade: \u003cstrong data-start=\"1403\" data-end=\"1413\"\u003eMINT 9\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1416\" data-end=\"1454\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1418\" data-end=\"1454\"\u003eCertification Number: \u003cstrong data-start=\"1440\" data-end=\"1452\"\u003e85709366\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1455\" data-end=\"1518\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1457\" data-end=\"1518\"\u003eSignature displayed with engraved portrait for presentation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1519\" data-end=\"1742\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1521\" data-end=\"1742\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1521\" data-end=\"1563\"\u003eAdditional Documentation \u0026amp; Provenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"1564\" data-end=\"1740\"\u003eAt buyer’s request, Historical Autographs Gallery will include an additional “Historical Autographs Gallery Certificate” signed by our company founder Luke Pascal at no cost.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1744\" data-end=\"2175\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1744\" data-end=\"1763\"\u003eClosing Appeal:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1763\" data-end=\"1766\"\u003e\nSignatures from America’s Founding Fathers—especially signers of the Declaration of Independence—remain among the most sought-after autographs in historical collecting. This bold, Mint 9 example from Josiah Bartlett, paired with a portrait and authenticated by PSA, offers both gravitas and historical prestige. A cornerstone piece for collectors of early American history and Revolutionary War-era documents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2177\" data-end=\"2611\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2177\" data-end=\"2197\"\u003eShipping Notice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2197\" data-end=\"2200\"\u003e\n\u003cem data-start=\"2200\" data-end=\"2609\"\u003eFor insurance purposes, items sold over $600 may require signature confirmation upon delivery. Higher-value items, likely over $1,500, are shipped via FedEx 2-Day with Direct Signature Confirmation. FedEx provides the most flexibility when requiring a signature, allowing you to make special delivery requests directly through their tracking system. 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