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Lot #222
King George IV

Lengthy letter from the future king

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Lengthy letter from the future king

ALS signed “George R,” five pages on two sets of adjoining sheets, 7 x 9, no date but circa 1797. Letter to Lord Keith. In part: “I am extremely obliged to you my dear friend, for your kind letter, & the communication you made to me of your Interview with the Ministers; I foresaw the objection he sends…likely to part, & more so than Mr. Dundas…However I…desire you notwithstanding…To endeavor to see Mr. Dundas, & to conveye [sic] our concerns as possible, all these topics with him, as well as what I said to you upon other subjects. I know very well that they are always glad by way of liberating themselves; to know everything upon the King’s….” Also included is the 8.75 x 7 full mailing panel, addressed in George’s hand. In fine condition, with intersecting folds and some paper loss and soiling to address panel. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Rare Manuscript, Document & Autograph
  • Dates: #424 - Ended March 12, 2014





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