Framed reprint of the "Massachusetts Spy" from July 17, 1776 with the Declaration on the front page Hoodies Ridgway in his official report

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Framed reprint of the "Massachusetts Spy" from July 17, 1776 with the Declaration on the front page Hoodies Ridgway in his official reportUpdated on October 2, 2025: This has been sold. A 19th century reprint of the July 17, 1776 Massachusetts Spy, Or, American Oracle of Liberty, with the complete text of the Declaration of Independence printed on the front page. The elaborate masthead was engraved by Paul Revere and features an image of Liberty seated with a pole and cap and below, the motto, Undaunted by Tyrants well DIE or be FREE In solid wood frame. As shown in the photos, there is