January 11, 1836
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Texan Loan Script
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An 1836 Texian loan certificate #120. One way Texas financed the war for independence was by accepting loans from individuals; this certificate represents the first payment on a loan of $320 to the Government of Texas. The lender was paid 8 percent per annum or had the option of taking 640 acres of land. Note on this certificate indicates that Robert Triplett loaned more than $50,000.

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