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Henry Arundell, 3rd Baron Arundell of Wardour

Henry Arundell, 3rd Baron Arundell of Wardour

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Henry Arundell, 3rd Baron Arundell of Wardour

Peer of England during the 17th century, and the most famous of the Lords Arundell of Wardour (1607–1694). ALS in Old English, signed “Hen. Arundell,” one page, 6.5 x 8.25, May 2, 1687. Letter to Sir Richard Bulstrode acknowledging his recent appointment as Keeper of the Privy Seal. In part: “Being purely an effect of his bounty as the little service I have been able to doe him was that of my duty…I thank you kindy Sr for the intelligence you were pleased to send mee and when any thing occurs ther of moment I shall be glad to be made a partaker but would by no meanes put you to the trouble of writing those newes wh weekly to my Lord President or the other Secrtary.” Second integral page bears an address panel in another hand. Intersecting mailing folds, a couple through single letters of signature, mild toning, pencil notation to top edge, and small area of paper loss along hinge, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.

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  • Dates: #380 - Ended December 07, 2011