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Description
A record book, dated 1791-1798 and 1800-1806, kept by Abraham Varick of New York City. The book contains copies of letters to merchants in England and Germany and lists of merchandise ordered from them. The letters discuss business matters, including the difficulties of transatlantic trade in wartime and the risk of seizures of ships. Commodities ordered are mainly textiles and metal goods (scissors, cutlery, hand tools, etc.).
Note
Abraham Varick was a New York City dry goods merchant, and brother of jurist and politician Richard Varick.
Full Title
Abraham Varick record book, 1791-1806
NYHS Identifier
Mss Collection - BV Varick, Abraham
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Extent
1 volume (approximately 250 pages)
