1784. Document Signed, "Payez, Marie Antoinette," one page, folio, Versailles, April 1, 1784. In French. The Queen requests the Treasurer General of her household, M. Marc-Antonie-Marie Randon de la Tour to pay for the maintenance, food and billeting of her officers for the quarter. Additionally, she requests him to pay Briant, "the dance master of our pages," the sum of 136 livres, 17 sous, six deniers. The text of the order is in secretarial hand. It is signed by the..... More
London: 1926. An interesting pair of T.L.S.'s to acclaimed music critic Herman Klein, inviting him to attend a Garden Party for their Majesties' The King and Queen of England at Buckingham Palace. First letter: 8vo. 1 page, Lord Chamberlain's Office, St. James Palace, July 6, 1926, in part: "...I have not forgotten my promise, and will with pleasure include the names of Mrs. Klein and yourself in the list I am submitting..." Second letter: 4to. 1 page, Lord Chamberlain's Office..... More
1986. Lovely 8.5 x 9.5-inch color photograph of the couple very early in their marriage, seated on the deck of an enormous yacht, surrounded by a large group of friends dressed for a casual day of boating. Photo mounted on a white card 93/4 x 12 inches, signed by both Diana and Charles on the lower wide white margin; dated "1986" by Charles. Some abrasions to card near border, but otherwise in very good condition. Handsome archival frame in black..... More
Ferdinand III Military printed document, likely secretarial signed as Holy Roman Emperor, with two other ink signatures. One page in German, with full paper seal. Repairs along folds, two small holes, otherwise in good condition. 15 1/2 x 20 1/4 inches. Ferdinand III (Ferdinand Ernest; 1608 - 1657) was Archduke of Austria, King of Hungary and Croatia from 1625, King of Bohemia from 1627 and Holy Roman Emperor from 1637 to his death. Ferdinand ascended the throne at the beginning..... More
Carlton House, England: 1818. Historically important autographed document signed "George IV" by the King of England who became Prince Regent when George III became permanently deranged. This document ratifies an act of the Paris peace treaty which redistributed territories after Napoleon's abdication in 1814. Seven pages on thick white paper with embossed paper seal, each measuring 12.5 x 8 inches. Carlton House, England, December 9, 1818. Excellent condition. More
1893. Document signed July 15, 1893 the day after their marriage while on their honeymoon tour. Framed with three photographs; the wedding party, Victoria Mary in wedding dress and portrait of George V. Decorative Elaborate decorative frame. Please inquire for more information. George V (George Frederick Ernest Albert) was King of the United Kingdom and the British Dominions, and Emperor of India, from 6 May 1910 until his death in 1936. *** Mary of Teck (Victoria Mary Augusta Louise Olga..... More
St. James Court: 1935. 1 page, 15 x 12.5 inches, St. James Court, June 3, 1935. Rare Order of the British Empire document signed "George R." and "Edward P." bestowing knighthood to Frank Percy Lee, Esq., shortly before Edward VIII became king in 1936. Blind-stamped seal in the upper left corner; housed in the original folder with onion skin protective sheets. Includes a vintage black-and-white photo portrait of Lee mounted on cardboard, measuring 10.75 x 7.75 inches, with photographer Elliot..... More
Cairo: 1897. 1 page, 8 x 5 inches, with an embossed metallic copper seal bearing the Said family Royal coat of arms, Cairo, January 18, 1897. Signed "Said Halim" and written to Madame la General Knowles, wife of British Major General O.B. Knowles, Commander of all military forces in Egypt, accepting an invitation to a grand function and sending his most esteemed regards. Accompanied by the original envelope in Said's hand, emblazoned with the Royal family coat of arms. Very..... More
Gorgeous large full signature on a custom printed autograph card, 6" x 3", imprinted with the subjects name and title. Very attractive and suitable for framing. Fine condition. King of Jordan (1935-1999). More
1500. Document signed, "yo la Reyna", (I the Queen), one page, writing on both sides, leag folio, Granada, December 14, 1500. In Spanish. Also signed by Beatriz Galindo. The Queen order her chamberlain, Sancho de Paredes, to give a serge mantilla to Beatriz Galindo, as a gift from the Queen, and to obtain a receipt; upon production of which, with the present order, the clerks are to enter the matter into the books, thus relieving the Chamberlain of further responsibility..... More
Signed Christmas card from King Edward VII. Decorative frame with color picture of the King. Circa 1901. Please inquire for more information. Edward VII (Albert Edward) was King of the United Kingdom and the British Dominions, and Emperor of India, from 22 January 1901 until his death in 1910. More
German Telegran hand-written and signed as Albert Edward. Framed with portrait photograph in military uniform. Circa 1902. Please inquire for more information. Edward VII was King of the United Kingdom and the British Dominions, and Emperor of India, from 1901 until his death in 1910. He was the eldest son of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert and served as Prince of Wales for almost 60 years before ascending to the throne. His reign, known as the Edwardian era, was marked..... More
Autographed note signed by King George V on the verso of a postcard featuring the Kings favorite horse "Limelight. Horse in mentioned in the letter. George V (George Frederick Ernest Albert) was King of the United Kingdom and the British Dominions, and Emperor of India, from 6 May 1910 until his death in 1936. George was born during the reign of his paternal grandmother, Queen Victoria, as the second son of the Prince and Princess of Wales (later King Edward..... More
1889. Signatures of the children of King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra; Future King George V (as Prince), Louise, Victoria and Maud (future Queen of Norway). Framed with photograph. Signed January 21st, 1889. Please inquire for more information. George V (George Frederick Ernest Albert) was King of the United Kingdom and the British Dominions, and Emperor of India, from 6 May 1910 until his death in 1936. More
1944. Document approves commission issued by U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1944. Signed by George VI and Foreign Secretary Anthony Eden (future Prime Minister) stating "Whereas our good friend the President of the United States of America has by a commission bearing...appointed Mr C. Porter Kuykendall to be Consul General at Liverpool..." Please inquire for more information. King George VI, born Albert Frederick Arthur George, reigned as King of the United Kingdom from 1936 to 1952. He ascended to..... More
1995. Color satin-finish photograph, 7.5 x 5.5 inches, in its original presentation folder with a gold embossed crown on the front, signed in ink by Hussein and Noor beneath the printed sentiment on opposite panel. No place, no date, circa 1995. Fine condition. More
1909. 1 page on plain, heavy cream paper, 7 x 5.5 inches, no place, no date, circa 1909. Rare signature of the Imperial High Prince of Japan and brother of Emperor Hirohito and first cousin of the Mikado -- probably signed during his visit to the 1909 Hudson-Fulton Exposition. Pencil notations at the bottom of the page and glue stains on the back; still very good condition with a bold signature. More
Rupell Square: 1824. 3 pages, Rupell Square, Nov. 23, 1824. The first two pages (front and back) are lightly toned and measure 7 x 4.5 inches. The third page is cropped to 5,24 x 4 inches and dry-mounted. Signed "Tho Lawrence," this letter expresses regret for being unable to meet with a couple and attempts to arrange a future rendez-vous, in part: "...I am very sorry that from early and unavoidable engagements tomorrow, I am obliged to postpone the pleasure..... More
Palais Royal: 1823. 1 page, 10 x 8.25 inches, Palais Royal, December 30, 1823. Written to Monsieur Barriere, thanking him for a book. Accompanied by an engraving of "Her Majesty Maria Amelia" measuring 9.25 x 5.75 inches. The letter has tears and small holes along folds, affecting the signature; good condition. More
1915. Signed Christmas card with the royal crest, signed "Mary R" and accompanied with a 5" x 7" black-and-white unsigned photograph of the Queen in an ostrich-plume hat and intricately embroidered and laced dress. Also a 7" x 9" card illustrated with a color engraving of royal forebears, with a history and description inside. No place, 1915. Very good(+) condition. Queen of Great Britain, married to George V. More
1914. Clipped inscription which reads "Yours very sincerely Mary R", framed with portrait which is also signed and dated 1914. Decorative frame measures 10 1/2" X 16". Please inquire for more information. Mary of Teck (Victoria Mary Augusta Louise Olga Pauline Claudine Agnes); was Queen of the United Kingdom and the British Dominions, and Empress of India, from 6 May 1910 until 20 January 1936 as the wife of King-Emperor George V. More
1934. Typed signed thank you letter from Prince George regarding a wedding present he and Princess Marina received dated November 20, 1934. Typed on St. James Palace letterhead and personal signed "Dear Warren...George". Framed alongside a print of the Prince and Princess. Please inquire for more information. Prince George, Duke of Kent was a member of the British royal family, the fourth son of King George V and Queen Mary. He was a younger brother of kings Edward VIII and..... More
1948. Personal hand-written letter from Princess Margaret to 'Lady Anderson' on Buckingham Palace stationary dated March 5th, 1948. Framed with a photograph of the Princess. Please inquire for more information. Princess Margaret, Countess of Snowdon (Margaret Rose) was the younger daughter of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother. She was the younger sister and only sibling of Queen Elizabeth II. More
1896. Personal hand-written letter from Princess Mary Adelaide of Cambridge. Framed with a signed photograph. Please inquire for more information. Princess Mary Adelaide of Cambridge (Mary Adelaide Wilhelmina Elizabeth), later known as the Duchess of Teck, was a member of the British royal family. She was one of the first royals to patronize a wide range of charities and was a first cousin of Queen Victoria. More
1960. Photograph of Princess Mary in uniform in 1960. Framed with a holiday card on official Harwood House stationary. Card reads 'With Best Wished For Christmas And The New Year'. Please inquire for more information. Mary, Princess Royal (Victoria Alexandra Alice Mary; 25 April 1897 %u2013 28 March 1965) was a member of the British royal family. She was the only daughter of King George V and Queen Mary, the sister of kings Edward VIII and George VI, and aunt..... More
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