1853 Handwritten Ledger Sheet Ashland Virginia C.L. Roffe Account Record
$18.88
This original handwritten ledger sheet dated June 22, 1853, provides a fascinating glimpse into mid-19th century commerce in Ashland, Virginia. A compelling piece of antebellum commercial history. This document offe ... Read More
This original handwritten ledger sheet dated June 22, 1853, provides a fascinating glimpse into mid-19th century commerce in Ashland, Virginia. A compelling piece of antebellum commercial history. This document offer a direct glimpse into mid-19th century local trade, personal finance, and merchant activity, especially in small Southern towns like Ashland, which was then emerging as a rail-linked community. The document details an account settlement for James E. Bowen with C.L. Roffe, listing various goods including shoes, coat trimmings, buttons, silks, and other household items. Prices and quantities are meticulously recorded in fine brown ink on blue-lined paper, showcasing the type of goods traded and their costs during this period.The sheet measures approximately 11 by 16 inches, with visible signs of age including minor tears and folds along the edges, consistent with its 170-year history. The handwriting is clear and legible, providing valuable insight for collectors interested in early American trade, local Vermont history, or antique accounting documents. The document is a rare artifact that represents everyday economic life in a small 19th century Vermont community, making it a unique collectible for historians and ephemera enthusiasts alike.
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