Todd, Levi (1756-1807) Kentucky pioneer, Revolutionary War veteran (one of the few officers to survive the Battle of Blue Licks on Aug. 19, 1782), a founder of Lexington, Kentucky. He was also Mary Todd Lincoln's grandfather. Autograph Document Signed as the witness to a promissory note between Joseph Barker and Levi Boone and Kentucky Governor Christopher Greenup, one page, 13 x 8 inches (Fayette County, Kentucky), Feb. 10, 1806. The document is also in the hand of Levi Todd, who was the first clerk of Fayette County, Kentucky. Matted with a medal honoring Kentucky pioneer James Harrod and framed to an overall size of 23¾ x 15 inches. Light toning, else fine.
Estimated Value $800 - 1,000.
Colonial and Revolutionary America
