State of Massachusetts Bay, Massachusetts. December 1, 1777. 16 Pounds and 14 Pence. Treasury Loan Certificate. Very Fine.This certificate features the desirable Sword in Hand vignette at top left which is extremely bold and well printed. All the signatures remain dark. These certificates were authorized on October 13, 1777 and due on March 1, 1781. Some small pieces missing at right margin along with some margin tears and minor foxing and staining throughout.