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Bond of the Statute Staple from Francis Blizard, citizen and grocer of London, to Thomas Whitley, citizen and grocer of London, in the penal sum of £2,000 to ensure payment of the said sum by the feast of St James the Apostle [ 25 July] next. Signed: Francis Blizard, Henry Hobart. Dated 16 June 13 James I. 1, Fragment of seal of the Statute Staple of red wax on tongue. 2, Circular seal of red wax on tongue, 1/2 in., a dragon rampant. 3, Circular seal of red wax on tongue, 1 in., on a shield an estoile, the shield surmounted by a helmet, crest and mantling. Latin, parchment, 13.5 x 5.25 ins.