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Bill of Exchange from C. Dutih & Wachsmith to Barnett & Co., December 31, 1794

Bill of exchange dated December 31, 1794, drawn by C. Dutih & Wachsmith in Rotterdam, Netherlands, and endorsed to Barnett & Co. of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The bill of exchange represents a transaction between businesses, highlighting international commerce between the Netherlands and the United States in the late 18th century. Nathan Barnett, who is mentioned in relation to this bill, was a member of Mikvah Israel and originally from Holland. His wife, Elizabeth (Sheprah) Barnett, later married Naphtaly Hart.

Associated People/Businesses

Kramer, Johan Adam
C. Dutih & Wachsmith
Barnett, Nathan

Geography

Philadelphia
Rotterdam
Netherlands

Subjects

Bills of exchange
International trade
Jewish merchants

Physical Location

Arc.MS.56, Box 5, Folder 4