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Benjamin Harrison

Congratulations to Queen Victoria on the birth of her nephew

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Congratulations to Queen Victoria on the birth of her nephew

Partly-printed DS as president, signed “Benj Harrison,” one page, 8 x 10, December 12, 1891. Harrison orders the secretary of state to affix the seal of the United States to the “envelope containing my letter addressed to Her Majesty, Victoria, Queen of Great Britain and Ireland, etc., tc., tc., on the birth of a Prince, son of Princess Beatrice, Consort of Prince Henry Maurice of Battenberg.” In fine condition. The Prince mentioned is Prince Maurice of Battenberg, Beatrice’s last child. He was killed in battle at Ypres Salient during World War I in 1914. An exceptional formal document to one of Britain’s most well-known monarchs. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Rare Manuscript, Document & Autograph
  • Dates: #423 - Ended February 12, 2014





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