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Lot #385
Queen Victoria

The Queen offers a position for a Lady of the Bedchamber

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The Queen offers a position for a Lady of the Bedchamber

ALS signed “Victoria RI,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7, black-bordered Balmoral letterhead, June 7, 1878. Letter to Lady Southampton. In part: “Having heard that you were desirous of being one of my Ladies…a vacancy has just occurred amongst my Ladies of the Bedchamber…I Wish to offer it to you…l felt from what I saw as well as from what I have heard that I should much like to have you about me…there is nothing in the duties which it will be difficult for you to perform.” In fine condition, with some light show-through from writing on opposite sides. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Rare Manuscript, Document & Autograph
  • Dates: #400 - Ended January 16, 2013





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