American Heritage. Enhance your law office with visible reminders of America's rich legal heritage. These historical documents are reproduced on a remarkable quality paper that looks and feels like parchment. The First U.S. Patent was granted in 1790 to Samuel Hopkins of Philadelphia for improvements in the making of potash and pearl ash and carries the signatures of George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and Edmond Randolph as Attorney General. Framed comes with Plexiglas, faux black marble mat, gold metal frame, and all accessories for hanging. Measures 16¼" x 19½". Also available unframed.