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Business License of Cohen and Isaacs, Richmond, Virginia, June 13, 1789

Printed and filled-in business license issued to Cohen & Isaacs in Richmond, Virginia on June 13, 1789. The license is signed by Adam Craig. This is considered the earliest known Southern Jewish business license. The document measures 4" x 8".

Associated People/Businesses

Cohen and Isaacs
COHEN, JACOB / ISAACS, ISAIAH (Isacks)

Geography

Richmond

Subjects

Licenses
Jewish merchants
Business records
18th century

Physical Location

Arc.MS.56, Box 25, Folder 4