Embezzlement at the Bank of England...
Item # 590837
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THE LONDON GAZETTE, May 8, 1712 The back page carries a detailed description of man by the name of Charles Guill who worked at the Bank of England and had "withdrew himself...with several Exchequer-Bills and the following Bank Notes...". More information on a reward for his apprehension is in the article.
Other news and advertisements are within.
Complete as a single-sheet issue with some very lite foxing, otherwise in very nice condition.
Other news and advertisements are within.
Complete as a single-sheet issue with some very lite foxing, otherwise in very nice condition.
Category: The 1600's and 1700's
Price
$28
100% Authentic: Original printing, never a reproduction.
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