[London] Tuesday 9th Septr 1777.
This being the day published for Sale of the Rising States Rebel Privateer; She was sold accordingly to Mr Peter Packard, for the Sum of £805, who paid a Deposit of £200. Write to the Treasurer as usual. Acquaint Portso Officers, and direct them to send us as soon as possible their opinion of the Value of her Hull, Masts, Yards, Furniture & Stores, in which they are not to have any regard to the Sum she is sold for.
1. PRO, Admiralty 106/2596.