{"title":"Royal's \u0026 Emperors' Autographs \u0026 Signatures","description":"\u003cp\u003eAutographs and signatures from royal and imperial figures—letters, documents, photographs, and handwritten mementos—offer a direct connection to monarchs such as Queen Victoria, Emperor Franz Joseph, and Tsar Nicholas II. Each listing clearly notes signer, date, item type, and provenance, helping you choose items steeped in royal history and cultural heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"king-henry-viii-autographed-document","title":"King Henry VIII Signed Historical Document","description":"\u003ch1\u003eKing Henry VIII signed \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003evellum document in superb condition dated 1513 - the year Henry VIII invaded France. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eProvenance Sir Thomas Phillipps.\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBold, clear signature from Henry VIII - one of England's most iconic monarchs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExceptional content relating to a loan to Sir Richard Gresham, the father of founder of the London Stock Exchange Sir Thomas Gresham\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProvenance from Sir Thomas Phillipps, who was renowned for the largest collection of manuscripts in the 19th century\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"pdap\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003eHenry VIII was King of England from April 21, 1509 until his death on January 28, 1547. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003eHenry's six wives - Catherine of Aragon, Anne Boleyn, Jane Seymour, Anne of Cleves, Katherine Howard and Katherine Parr - are the stuff of legend.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003eHenry's struggles with Rome led to the separation of the Church of England from Papal authority, establishing him as the Supreme Head of the Church of England. The move changed the face of religion in England, and has had a lasting effect that is felt around the world today. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003eHenry VIII is also remembered as \"one of the most charismatic rulers to sit on the throne of England\", as well as a keen patron of the arts, himself being an author and composer. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eDescription \u0026amp; history\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHenry signs a large and bold \"Henry R\" - short for Henry \"Rex Omnibus\", the Latin for \"king of all\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA large 11.3 x 8.5 inches - perfect for display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe document is addressed to John Heron, the Treasurer of the Chamber. In it King Henry VIII advises Heron of a loan to then cloth merchant Richard Gresham.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Richard Gresham of oure Citie of London with other stonde bounde by obligacion for the payment to oure use of the somme of Sixe hundred thirty seven poundes and ten shillynges at a certayn daie expired\".\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHenry VIII informs Heron that the payment to Gresham should be delayed for two years upon existing sureties from Gresham, and that Heron should retain Gresham's bond. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe sum of money involved is considerable: £637 10s, which equates to £3.9 million today, based on the average earnings index. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt the time of the loan, the 29-year-old Richard Gresham was a major English cloth merchant trading in Antwerp. He later served as the Lord Mayor of London, a Member of Parliament and was a major financier to the crown - an extremely influential figure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe loan from Henry VIII enabled Gresham to found the House of Gresham, one of the most celebrated mercantile and financial houses of the 16th Century. His son, Sir Thomas Gresham, further increased the family fortune and founded the Royal Exchange in the City of London - London's first bourse and the forerunner \u003cspan\u003eto London's Stock Exchange.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs this document describes the loan that helped Gresham found his empire, it is of the utmost importance. Gresham's influence on London is still felt to this day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProvenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe document once formed part of the collection of Sir Thomas Phillipps, a British Baronet who amassed the largest collection of manuscript material in the 19th Century. His chief collecting rival was the British Library - a testament to the value of his collection. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eRarity\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHenry VIII is recognised globally due to his role in the historically important changes to religion and his somewhat unorthodox approach to marriage. It is thus not surprising that items related to him are highly sought after by collectors of both historical and royal memorabilia. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDue to Henry VIII's historical significance, most documents related to his reign are kept in institutions such as the British Library, the National Archives and the British Museum, and are unlikely to reappear on the collectors' market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly a limited number of privately owned documents have survived the 470+ years since Henry VIII's reign and documents of this quality are exceptionally rare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePaul Fraser’s view:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Henry VIII signatures come up for sale very rarely - most are in museums or libraries.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"The historical importance of the document makes it particularly special.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"If it wasn't for Henry's loan to Richard Gresham, he may never have made his fortune, and his son Thomas would never have had the opportunity to establish the Royal Exchange - the precursor to London's Stock Exchange.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"And you can't get much better than provenance from Sir Thomas Phillipps, the manuscript collector of the 19th century.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/mailchi.mp\/paulfrasercollectibles.com\/collectors-turn-your-pipe-dreams-into-reality\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick here to discover even more about this item.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFree global shipping. 28-day returns. Certificate of Authenticity and our Lifetime Moneyback Guarantee of Authenticity included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eOrder online, by phone +44 (0)1534 639 998, or via email info@paulfrasercollectibles.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paul fraser collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34990671751,"sku":"PT319","price":55000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1645\/0221\/files\/KingHenryVIII_a440580a-70bb-456f-872f-7a236edd0ff3.jpg?v=1769187833"},{"product_id":"king-henry-vii-autographed-historical-document","title":"King Henry VII Signed Historical Document","description":"\u003ch1\u003eThis King Henry VII historical document is clearly signed \"HR\" by King Henry VII - the first monarch of the House of Tudor and dated 1499 and addressed to Sir Robert Lytton, Keeper of the Great Wardrobe.\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVery good condition for age - document is over 500 years old\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pdap-des\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003eHenry VII became King of England and Lord of Ireland on August 22, 1485, after he defeated King Richard III at the famed Battle of Bosworth Field. He is the last English king to win his throne on the battlefield. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pdap-des\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003eUniting the House of Plantagenet's rival houses, the House of Lancaster and the House of York, he founded the Tudor dynasty, which would rule over England until 1603. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pdap-des\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003eHis reign is characterised by the restoration of stability to the English monarchy after the upheavals of the War of the Roses and before, the Hundred Years War. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pdap-des\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003eHowever, his final years were marked by financial scandal that left many in England indebted to the throne, a scandal which was only revealed after his death in 1509. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"pdap\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003eAfter a 23 year reign, the throne was passed to his son - the charismatic Henry VIII.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA history of this document \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis extremely rare signed document features Henry VII's clear and flourishing \"H R\" autograph. It is addressed to Sir Robert Lytton, Keeper of the Great Wardrobe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pdap-des\"\u003eThe document orders Sir Lytton to deliver to Denys Bonde: \"thre brode yerds and an half of tawney for a gowne, and asmoche blak bogee as wol suffice to furre the same. and thre yerds of blak sattyn for a doblet\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pdap-des\"\u003eThe piece, which measures 7.7\" x 3.5\", is accompanied by a full translation of the letter which reads as follows: \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"We wol and charge you that vato our Welbeloued seruant denys Bonde ye deliuer or doe (cause - omitted) to bee deliuered thre brode yerds and an half of tawney for a gowne, and asmoche blak bogee as wol suffice to furre the same, and thre yerds of blak sattyn for a doblet and these our letteres shalbe your suffisuant Warraunt in this behalue. yeuen vader oure signet at our manor of Grenewiche the viith day of ffebruary The xiiiith yere of our Reigne.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pdap-des\"\u003e\"To our trusty and welbeloued knight and counsaillour sir Robert Litton, keper of our great warderobe\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pdap-des\"\u003eThe Great Wardrobe employed a range of craftsmen who lived and worked in the city.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pdap-des\"\u003eThe holders of the key posts, such as the king’s tailor and the king’s skinner, were often leading members of their respective livery companies and they were at the centre of a network of other tailors, embroiderers, skinners and tapestry weavers who were employed on a more adhoc basis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pdap-des\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs is common of documents from this time, the page contains a small area of paper loss towards the bottom left corner and slight stain to the lower edge, however, this does not affect the text or the signature. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eRarity \u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFew documents have survived the 500+ years since Henry VII's reign and it is incredibly rare to find one in such good condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA highly desirable piece, well preserved documents from England's early monarchs are scarce on the market, with most now housed in institutional collection.\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/mailchi.mp\/paulfrasercollectibles.com\/the-500-year-old-autograph\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFree global shipping. 28-day returns. Certificate of Authenticity and our Lifetime Moneyback Guarantee of Authenticity included \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder online, by phone +44 (0)1534 639 998, or via email info@paulfrasercollectibles.com \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paul fraser collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34990671879,"sku":"PT320","price":25000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1645\/0221\/files\/PT320.jpg?v=1769184885"},{"product_id":"king-henry-viii-autographed-petition","title":"King Henry VIII Signed Petition","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"pdap\"\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eRare document signed \"Henry R\" by one of England's most iconic monarchs in 1542\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePristine condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear signature at head of page\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExceptionally large - oblong folio on vellum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreviously stored in the Crown Office\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eKing Henry VIII\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"pdap\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHenry VIII was King of England from April 21, 1509 until his death on January 28, 1547.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHenry's six wives - Catherine of Aragon, Anne Boleyn, Jane Seymour, Anne of Cleves, Katherine Howard and Katherine Parr - are the stuff of legend.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHenry's struggles with Rome led to the separation of the Church of England from Papal authority, establishing him as the Supreme Head of the Church of England. The move changed the face of religion in England, and has had a lasting effect that is felt around the world today. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHenry VIII is also remembered as \"one of the most charismatic rulers to sit on the throne of England\", as well as a keen patron of the arts, himself being an author and composer. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKing Henry VIII's bold, clear signature features prominently on this exceptionally large document, measuring 20\" x 11.5\".\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eHenry's signature is followed by a large R signifying the words, Rex Omnibus, meaning \"king of all\" in Latin.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eOf the utmost quality, this piece is in pristine condition, a truly remarkable feat considering its age. There are few comparables on the open market.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eThe document is a petition from John and Dorothy Wingfield to King Henry VIII, requesting the right to rent the priory of Woodbridge and Haspeley, the rectory of Woodbridge, and the possessions of the priory in Woodbridge, Martlesham, Great Bealings, Hasketon, Grymmesborough, Haspeley and Brandeston.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pdap-des\"\u003eHenry's signature indicates he gives his assent to the request.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFour lines at the head of the document read:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"To the king o[u]r Soveraigne Lorde, Please it your hieghnes[s] of your mooste noble and abundant grace to gruante your mooste gracious, L[ett]ers patente under your grete Seale of England in due and sufficient fourme to, be made according to the teno[u]r herafter ensuing.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pdap-des\"\u003eFollowing the addition of the King's signature, indicating that the Great Seal could now be attached, petitions such as this would have been passed on to the Chancery, where it would be formally copied and passed under the Great Seal. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe final copied document would then be passed to the petitioner and would not usually feature the king's signature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pdap-des\"\u003eThe original, signed document - such as the example offered - would have been kept in the Crown Office.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis patent was successful and can be seen on the Patent Rolls dated Westminster, 6th March 1542.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pdap-des\"\u003eIn the upper left corner is a small notation reading, \"Given me 8th June 1797 by Mr. Betts of Colchester\" - presumably an addition from one of its early owners after it left the Crown Office.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eRarity\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is very rare for a document such as this one to leave the Crown Office. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUnsurprisingly, few documents have survived the 470+ years since Henry's death.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pdap-des\"\u003eThose that have withstood the tests of time are mostly held in institutions such as the British Library, the National Archives and the British Museum, leaving very few in private hands.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a rare opportunity to own an example of King Henry VIII's signature on such a large document in pristine condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pdap-des\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFree global shipping. 28-day no quibble returns. Certificate of Authenticity and our Lifetime Moneyback Guarantee of Authenticity included\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder online, by phone +44 (0)1534 639 998, or via email info@paulfrasercollectibles.com \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paul fraser collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34990732935,"sku":"PT665","price":60000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1645\/0221\/products\/PT665-2.jpg?v=1553529766"},{"product_id":"charles-and-diana-signed-visitor-s-book","title":"Charles and Diana signed visitor’s book","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA Prince Charles and Princess Diana signed visitor's book, dated June 27, 1985\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe marriage of the Prince \u0026amp; Princess of Wales, Prince Charles (1948-) and Princess Diana (1961-1997) remains one of the most talked about relationships in history. As such, both signatures, particularly Diana's, are highly sought after today.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrince Charles and Princess Diana signed this red 10 x 8 inch visitor’s book on a visit to \u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#696969\" style=\"color: #696969;\"\u003ethe Rowan Centre in Atherstone, Warwickshire, UK - a charity day centre for disabled people - on June 27, 1985. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe piece is accompanied by a letter of provenance explaining how the owner received it.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe page the royal couple signed has been laminated for protection and printed “Signed during the visit of their royal highnesses the prince and princess of Wales to the centre”.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach signature is unusually large and bold. Both in black ink with no smudging. A fabulous display piece. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFree global shipping. 28-day returns. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.paulfrasercollectibles.com\/pages\/on-the-treasure-hunt\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eALERT ME WHEN ANOTHER IS AVAILABLE \u0026gt;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.paulfrasercollectibles.com\/pages\/looking-to-sell\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSELL ONE OF THESE \u0026gt;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sold","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":8165624709224,"sku":"PT1065","price":3950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1645\/0221\/products\/charles-diana-signed.jpg?v=1546249473"},{"product_id":"king-george-vi-and-queen-elizabeth-signed-photograph","title":"King George VI and Queen Elizabeth signed photograph","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA photograph of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth (the Queen Mother) signed by both in 1937\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA young Elizabeth II and Princess Margaret also feature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlbert Windsor married Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon in 1923. He was the second in line to the throne, after his older brother, Edward. However, in 1936 Edward abdicated to marry Wallis Simpson. Albert was forced to take the throne in his place and was crowned George VI. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHis reign was defined by the second world war and the rapid decline of the British Empire that followed. Elizabeth and George’s eldest daughter, Elizabeth II, sits on the throne today. She is Britain’s longest reigning monarch. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis striking 8.25 x 10 inch portrait of the royal family was taken by society photographer Dorothy Wilding in 1937 - the year of George's coronation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe surface displays an attractive vintage matte finish. It’s fixed to an 11.4 x 8.7 inch mounting board, where the royal couple have signed and dated in black fountain pen at the bottom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a handsome piece with huge eye appeal. Its size makes it ideal for display in a frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFree global shipping. 28-day returns. Certificate of Authenticity and our Lifetime Moneyback Guarantee of Authenticity included. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.paulfrasercollectibles.com\/pages\/on-the-treasure-hunt\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eALERT ME WHEN ANOTHER IS AVAILABLE \u0026gt;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.paulfrasercollectibles.com\/pages\/looking-to-sell\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSELL ONE OF THESE \u0026gt;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sold","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":13352003862587,"sku":"PT1077","price":1995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1645\/0221\/products\/crown.jpg?v=1533041313"},{"product_id":"charles-ii-signed-document","title":"Charles II signed document","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"4a49k\" data-offset-key=\"6d97r-0-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"6d97r-0-0\" class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eIn 1649, Charles I met his end at the Tower of London. Oliver Cromwell was now the ruler of England. Within days, the Scots crowned Charles’ son Charles II. \u003cspan class=\"hardreadability\"\u003eIn 1651, Charles II attempted to wrest control of England at the Battle of Worcester but was \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"adverb\"\u003eroundly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hardreadability\"\u003e trounced\u003c\/span\u003e. He fled to France, where he remained in exile until 1660 – two years after the death of Cromwell. Charles II was a \u003cspan class=\"adverb\"\u003ehugely\u003c\/span\u003e popular king, known to his subjects as the Merry Monarch. His reign was a welcome relief from Cromwell’s Puritanism.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"6d97r-0-0\" class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"6d97r-0-0\" class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"4a49k\" data-offset-key=\"6qvub-0-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"6qvub-0-0\" class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"6qvub-0-0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"4a49k\" data-offset-key=\"4one-0-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"4one-0-0\" class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"4one-0-0\"\u003eThis is a spectacular 9 x 14 inch vellum document bearing a major signature from Charles II (1630-1685) at the top of the page. Charles signs “Charles R” (the R is for Rex – Latin for king). It’s dated November 13, 1668.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"4one-0-0\" class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"4one-0-0\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"4one-0-0\" class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"4one-0-0\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"4a49k\" data-offset-key=\"8kh39-0-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"8kh39-0-0\" class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"8kh39-0-0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"4a49k\" data-offset-key=\"9vg4k-0-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"9vg4k-0-0\" class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"hardreadability\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"9vg4k-0-0\"\u003eThe text addresses the Commissioners of the Treasury (including George Monck and the Duke of Albermarle)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"9vg4k-1-0\"\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hardreadability\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"9vg4k-2-0\"\u003eIt requests a salary payment of £100 to Peter Du Moulin, Secretary of the Council for Trade and a chaplain at Canterbury Cathedral\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"9vg4k-3-0\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"9vg4k-0-0\" class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"9vg4k-3-0\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"9vg4k-0-0\" class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"9vg4k-3-0\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"9vg4k-0-0\" class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"9vg4k-3-0\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"9vg4k-0-0\" class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"9vg4k-3-0\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"9vg4k-0-0\" class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"9vg4k-3-0\"\u003eThe piece is mounted on white paper and displays a light tear that goes through signature, along with some toning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"9vg4k-0-0\" class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"9vg4k-3-0\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"9vg4k-0-0\" class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"9vg4k-3-0\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"9vg4k-0-0\" class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mailchi.mp\/paulfrasercollectibles.com\/the-350-year-old-royal-playboy\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"9vg4k-3-0\"\u003eDiscover more about Charles II and this signed document here.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"9vg4k-0-0\" class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"9vg4k-3-0\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"9vg4k-0-0\" class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan 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sans-serif;\" face=\"Calibri, sans-serif\"\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: normal;\"\u003eAlbert Windsor married Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon in 1923. He was the second in line to the throne, after his older brother, Edward.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;\" face=\"Calibri, sans-serif\"\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHowever, in 1936 Edward abdicated to marry Wallis Simpson. Albert was forced to take the throne in his place and was crowned George VI. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;\" face=\"Calibri, sans-serif\"\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHis reign was defined by the second world war and the rapid decline of the British Empire that followed. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;\" face=\"Calibri, sans-serif\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\" size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eElizabeth and George’s eldest daughter, Elizabeth II, sits on the throne today. She is Britain’s longest reigning monarch.\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;\" face=\"Calibri, sans-serif\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\" size=\"3\"\u003eThis stunning Christmas card was sent out at Christmas in 1947, two years after the conclusion of World War II.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;\" face=\"Calibri, sans-serif\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\" size=\"3\"\u003eThe card is dated and signed \"1947, George R.I.\" and \"Elizabeth R\", with both signed boldly in black ink.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;\" face=\"Calibri, sans-serif\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\" size=\"3\"\u003eThe portrait on the card also features Princess Margaret and Princess Elizabeth, and depicts the family around a piano.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;\" face=\"Calibri, sans-serif\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\" size=\"3\"\u003eThe card is signed by George VI and Queen Elizabeth on the left-hand inside panel, with the portrait on the right.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;\" face=\"Calibri, sans-serif\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\" size=\"3\"\u003eThis card measures approximately 13 x 8 inches when fully opened, with both the signatures and the portrait on display, and comes in its original vintage frame.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;\" face=\"Calibri, sans-serif\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\" size=\"3\"\u003eThe Christmas card also comes with superb provenance, having been originally presented to a valued employee at Buckingham Palace and passed down through his family for more than 60 years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; 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Crescent. \u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSigned and inscribed 'George, H.M.S. Crescent 1898' in black fountain pen ink to the bottom of his image.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003ePostcard measures approximately 6\" by 8\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003eIn very fine condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eGeorge V (1865 – 1936) was King of the United Kingdom and the British Dominions, and Emperor of India. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHe ascended the throne in 1910 following the death of his father Edward VII, and reigned until his death in 1936.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mailchi.mp\/paulfrasercollectibles.com\/be-a-damned-fool-and-buy-this-photograph\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eclick here to discover more about this item\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFree global shipping. 28-day returns. Certificate of Authenticity and our Lifetime Moneyback Guarantee of Authenticity included.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"shopify-section\" id=\"shopify-section-product-description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container product-block-list__item product-block-list__item--description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-expanded=\"true\" class=\"card__section expandable-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte text--pull\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder online, by phone +44 (0)1534 639 998, or via email info@paulfrasercollectibles.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Paul Fraser Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36983942742176,"sku":"PT2023","price":1500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1645\/0221\/products\/georgeVsignedphotograph.jpg?v=1604941080"},{"product_id":"queen-anne-signed-royal-document","title":"Queen Anne Signed Royal Document","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003eA rare official royal document signed by Queen Anne of Great Britain and Ireland in the first year of her reign, approving the appointment of Francis Lindsay to Lieutenant of the Company.\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003eSigned at the head \"Anne R.\" and countersigned by Lord Nottingham (1647-1730). One page, St James's Court, London, 6\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e July 1702, featuring the royal stamp at the top left corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003eDocument measures approx. 14x9.5\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003eWith severe fold creasing, not affecting the signature, surface creasing and a large clip to the top right corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003eViewing recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eQueen Anne (1665-1714) reigned as Queen of England, Scotland, and Ireland between 1702 and 1707.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhen England and Scotland were officially united single sovereign state known as Great Britain in 1707, she continued to rule until her death in 1714.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eQueen Anne was the last monarch of the House of Stuart, and was succeeded by her second cousin George I of the House of Hanover.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvenance: ex Stanley Gibbons.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFree global shipping. 28-day returns. Certificate of Authenticity and our Lifetime Moneyback Guarantee of Authenticity included.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder online, by phone +44 (0)1534 639 998, or via email info@paulfrasercollectibles.com \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paul Fraser Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37782720118944,"sku":"PT2061","price":2000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1645\/0221\/products\/PT2061.jpg?v=1633604183"},{"product_id":"elizabeth-czarina-of-russia-signed-letter","title":"Elizabeth Czarina of Russia signed letter","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;\" face=\"Calibri, sans-serif\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: normal;\"\u003eRare Elizabeth Czarina of Russia 1737 signed letter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;\" face=\"Calibri, sans-serif\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;\" face=\"Calibri, sans-serif\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: normal;\"\u003eElizabeth Petrovna\u003c\/span\u003e (1709 – 162) reigned as Empress of Russia from 1741 until 1762.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;\" face=\"Calibri, sans-serif\"\u003eShe was the second-eldest daughter of Tsar Peter the Great, and was one of the best-loved monarchs in the nation's history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;\" face=\"Calibri, sans-serif\"\u003eShe oversaw an 'Age of Enlightenment' is Russia, and was immensely popular due to her decision not to execute a single person during her reign. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;\" face=\"Calibri, sans-serif\"\u003eAn order from Elizabeth regarding food for peasants, on an off-white sheet, measuring 8” by 12”.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;\" face=\"Calibri, sans-serif\"\u003eHandwritten and signed in Cyrillic, and dated May 6, 1737.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;\" face=\"Calibri, sans-serif\"\u003eIt translates as: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_1qeIAgB0cPwnLhDF9XSiJM\"\u003e\u003cem class=\"_7s4syPYtk5hfUIjySXcRE\"\u003eDecree of our Patrimonial[Ancestral Lands,\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eor just\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem class=\"_7s4syPYtk5hfUIjySXcRE\"\u003eLand Estates] Office\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_1qeIAgB0cPwnLhDF9XSiJM\"\u003e\u003cem class=\"_7s4syPYtk5hfUIjySXcRE\"\u003eWe command that, if, after the expending of the oats by October of this year, there remain oats at our stock yard, we should immediately lend forty-four quarters of good oats for seed to our peasants of Tsarskoye Selo from this department.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"_1qeIAgB0cPwnLhDF9XSiJM\"\u003e\u003cem class=\"_7s4syPYtk5hfUIjySXcRE\"\u003eIssued in St. Petersburg on the 6th day of May 1737 by Elizabeth\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;\" face=\"Calibri, sans-serif\"\u003eDocument is in very good condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003eAnything signed by Elizabeth I of Russia is rare and in high demand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvenance: ex Stanley Gibbons.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFree global delivery. Certificate of authenticity and lifetime moneyback guarantee of authenticity included. 28-day no-quibble returns\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\n@page { margin: 2cm }\n\t\tP { margin-bottom: 0.21cm }\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e BUY NOW: Order online, by phone +44 (0)1534 639 998, or via email info@paulfrasercollectibles.com \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Paul Fraser Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39264184041632,"sku":"PT2072","price":1500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1645\/0221\/products\/ElizabethCzarinaofRussiasignedletter.jpg?v=1614269980"},{"product_id":"lot-18","title":"Edward VII Coronation Dinner invite","description":"\u003cp\u003eHighly rare and sought after official Edward VII and Queen Alexandra coronation dinner invite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blank invitation features portraits of Edward and Queen Alexandra, and states: ''King Edward VII Coronation Dinner \/ Admit \/ To \/ On July 5th 1902...''\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEdward VII fell ill in late June 1902, and the coronation was postponed until 2 August, making this July invitation redundant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5 x 4 inches. Very good condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFree global delivery. 28 day returns\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e BUY NOW: Order online, by phone +44 (0)1534 639 998, or via email info@paulfrasercollectibles.com \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Paul Fraser Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40084571488416,"sku":"PTA5","price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1645\/0221\/products\/18.0.jpg?v=1622561134"},{"product_id":"lot-28","title":"Prince William autographed playing card","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn astonishing rarity: a playing card signed by Prince William “WW” (for “William Wales”).\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSigned by the Prince in 2005 as part of a magic trick at a London charity event.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoyal protocol forbids members of the royal family from signing autographs. As such, this is an extremely rare opportunity to own one of the most desirable signatures on the planet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull details of provenance: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsigned by renowned magician Ian Sav – www.headofmagic.co.uk \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis letter of authenticity reads, in part:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOn 1st October 2005 I was invited to perform at a black and white themed party at Banqueting House, London. Lots of notables in attendance including George Martin (Beatles producer) and other celebrities. On the top table sat Prince William and Lady Melissa Percy. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eI offered the Prince to choose a card. The 2 of Spades was chosen… I then asked the Prince to sign the card to which he happily obliged. I then turned to Lady Melissa Percy who also signed the card.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDuring the classic magic effect lots of various card manipulations took place until the crescendo where the card vanished from the deck.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eI looked the Prince in the eye and explained it had appeared folded in quarters under his watch! Sure enough it was! In total shock the astounded Prince repeatedly pronounced “EXTRAORDINARY!!”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe light folds necessary to place the card under the Prince’s watch barely detract from the magnificence of this piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIan Sav is donating a portion of the proceeds to the Mind charity.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFree global delivery. 28 day returns\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mailchi.mp\/paulfrasercollectibles.com\/six-rare-items-you-missed-384238\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick here to discover more about this item.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e BUY NOW: Order online, by phone +44 (0)1534 639 998, or via email info@paulfrasercollectibles.com \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Paul Fraser Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40084579483808,"sku":"PT1269","price":4500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1645\/0221\/products\/williamsignedcard.jpg?v=1622565262"},{"product_id":"king-george-iii-signature","title":"King George III Signature","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA superb ink signature from celebrated British king George III (1738-1820). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eKing George III reigned for just under 60 years between 1760 to 1820. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHis reign saw an expansion of the British Empire, as well as the loss of its North American colonies, and the defeat of Napoleon at the head of a resurgent France. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTowards the end of his rule he endured a period of mental illness, with his son taking control as regent. George was a keen patron of science and agriculture, often portrayed as a man of the people in contrast to his flamboyant heir, George IV. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA handsome ink signature, \"George R,” on a 4 x 2 inch slip clipped from a document. In very good condition. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe “R” in George’s signature denotes “Rex”, the Latin for “King”. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eProvenance: The S.E Waits Autograph Collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFree global shipping. 28-day returns. Certificate of Authenticity and our Lifetime Moneyback Guarantee of Authenticity included. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder online, by phone +44 (0)1534 639 998, or via email info@paulfrasercollectibles.com \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paul Fraser Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40981869035680,"sku":"PT1271","price":595.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1645\/0221\/products\/GeorgeIII_1c22c002-5717-4e0b-8d8c-fe1282158941.jpg?v=1632131222"},{"product_id":"hrh-princess-helena-handwritten-letter","title":"HRH Princess Helena handwritten letter","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn attractive handwritten letter from HRH Princess Helena (1846-1923)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHRH Princess Helena was the fifth child of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert, and their third daughter. A strong advocate of nursing and needlework. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePrincess Helena handwrites the letter on June 20, 1881, on Cumberland Lodge, Windsor-headed notepaper. Cumberland Lodge is the 17th century house where Helena and her husband resided. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHelena writes on three sides of paper, adding a beautiful signature at the foot. The letter is attached to a pink paper backing. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eProvenance: The S.E Waits Autograph Collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFree global shipping. 28-day returns. Certificate of Authenticity and our Lifetime Moneyback Guarantee of Authenticity included. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e BUY NOW: Order online, by phone +44 (0)1534 639 998, or via email info@paulfrasercollectibles.com \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Paul Fraser Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40982162571424,"sku":"PT1280","price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1645\/0221\/products\/princess-helena.jpg?v=1632133973"},{"product_id":"prince-charles-and-princess-diana-signed-1982-royal-christmas-card","title":"Prince Charles and Princess Diana signed 1982 Royal Christmas card","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\" http-equiv=\"CONTENT-TYPE\"\u003e \u003cmeta content=\"OpenOffice 4.1.6  (Win32)\" name=\"GENERATOR\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\n@page { margin: 2cm }\n\t\tP { margin-bottom: 0.21cm }\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\"\u003eSigned by Prince Charles and Prince Diana in 1982\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\"\u003eShowing the couple with the young Prince William\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe marriage of the Prince \u0026amp; Princess of Wales, Prince Charles (1948-) and Princess Diana (1961-1997) remains one of the most talked about relationships in history. As such, both signatures, particularly Diana's, are highly sought after today.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\"\u003e\u003ca name=\"pdap\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eThis official Royal Christmas card measures 6\" x 7\" and is embossed with two gold crests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\"\u003eThe card features a beautiful portrait of Prince Charles and Princess Diana, along with their infant son Prince William who was just a few months old at the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\"\u003eThe card is addressed to “Tino and Anne-Marie” - otherwise known as King Constantine II and Queen Anne-Marie of Greece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\"\u003eThe couple reigned from 1964 until the abolition of the Greek monarchy in 1973.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\"\u003eConstantine is Prince Charles' second cousin, and the godfather of Prince William.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\"\u003eThe inscription reads:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\"\u003e“And so much love from us both, Charles and Diana”.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\"\u003eCharles has addressed and inscribed the card in black ink, and Diana has added her own signature in blue ink.\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mailchi.mp\/paulfrasercollectibles.com\/today-in-history-the-world-lost-a-princess\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mailchi.mp\/paulfrasercollectibles.com\/these-royal-autographs-are-highly-personal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDiscover more about this Christmas card in our newsletter.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFree global shipping. 28-day returns. Certificate of Authenticity and our Lifetime Moneyback Guarantee of Authenticity included\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e BUY NOW: Order online, by phone +44 (0)1534 639 998, or via email info@paulfrasercollectibles.com \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Paul Fraser Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40995365781664,"sku":"PT2095","price":4500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1645\/0221\/products\/charlesanddianacard2.jpg?v=1632240054"},{"product_id":"charles-diana-a-7x5-christmas-card","title":"King Charles III and Princess Diana signed 1986 Royal Christmas Card","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"western\"\u003eA signed \u0026amp; inscribed Royal Christmas card sent by King Charles III and Princess Diana in 1986. Includes a colour photograph of Charles and Diana seated with their two young sons, William and Harry.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003eSigned by both Charles and Diana individually in fountain pen ink beneath a printed greeting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003eInscribed to \"Roger\" in Diana's hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e7 x 5 inches when folded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn worn condition, reflective in its price. With major tape marks to the outer edges, a tear to the upper edge and some general wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe marriage of the Prince \u0026amp; Princess of Wales, Prince Charles (1948-) and Princess Diana (1961-1997) remains one of the most talked about relationships in history. As such, both signatures, particularly Diana's, are highly sought after today. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mailchi.mp\/paulfrasercollectibles.com\/buy-now-to-avoid-this-price-increase\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDiscover more about this Christmas Card in our newsletter.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder online, by phone +44 (0)1534 639 998, or via email info@paulfrasercollectibles.com \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paul Fraser Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41131255038112,"sku":"PT2104","price":2500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1645\/0221\/files\/dianacardinframemockup.jpg?v=1688130035"},{"product_id":"george-v-king-of-united-kingdom-signed-photo","title":"King George V signed photo","description":"\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA handsome signed photo from British king George V (1865-1936).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eKing George III reigned from 1910 to 1936. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe death of his elder brother, Albert, placed George unexpectedly first in line to the throne. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA grandson of Queen Victoria, king George ruled during the first world war, and was hugely popular with his subjects.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA stunning ink signature, \"George R.I,” on a handsome signed photo depicting George on horseback. He was a keen horseman. In very good condition. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMay 24th 1920.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe “R.I” in George’s signature denotes “Rex Imperator”, the Latin for “King of the Empire”.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eProvenance: Ex. Stanley Gibbons\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFree global shipping. 28-day returns. Certificate of Authenticity and our Lifetime Moneyback Guarantee of Authenticity included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.paulfrasercollectibles.com\/pages\/on-the-treasure-hunt\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eALERT ME WHEN ANOTHER IS AVAILABLE \u0026gt;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.paulfrasercollectibles.com\/pages\/looking-to-sell\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSELL ONE OF THESE \u0026gt;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paul Fraser Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42591635570913,"sku":"PT2116","price":1500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1645\/0221\/products\/kinggeorgesignedphoto.jpg?v=1668180290"},{"product_id":"henry-viii-signed-royal-document","title":"Henry VIII Signed Royal Document","description":"\u003ch1\u003eA King Henry VIII signed royal document dating from 1544\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImpressively sized and professionally restored to a museum-quality standard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eKing Henry VIII (1491 - 1547) is the most famous King in English history and the father of Elizabeth I. Known for his six wives and his enormous appetites, Henry's turbulent 38-year reign included the Protestant Reformation which created the Church of England.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis large royal document measures 22.5 inches by 15 inches (57cm by 38cm) and is in very good condition. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manuscript is beautifully written on parchment in Latin, and has been professionally restored to a museum-quality standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHenry VIII signs \"Henry R\" prominently in the upper right corner. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an official royal document regarding ownership of land in Sussex, which had passed down from a former tenant to his daughter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn old English law, the Crown had taken custody of the land until she came of age, in a form of tenure known as a 'capite'. By signing the document, Henry granted permission for tenure to be returned to the woman and her husband.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first line in Latin reads: “Henricus Octavus dei gratia Angliae, Franciae, et Hiberniae Rex, fidei defensor et in terra ecclesiae Anglicanae et Hiberniae supremum caput.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis translates as: “Henry the Eighth, by the grace of God, King of England, France, and Ireland, defender of the faith and supreme head in the land of the Church of England and Ireland.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe last line translates as “on the 18th day of February in the 35th year of reign” which dates it as February 18, 1544.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis a superb Tudor royal document in stunning display-worthy condition, which would serve as a fitting centrepiece in any English history collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eFree global delivery. 28-day returns. Certificate of Authenticity and our Lifetime Moneyback Guarantee of Authenticity included.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"shopify-section\" id=\"shopify-section-product-description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container product-block-list__item product-block-list__item--description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-expanded=\"true\" class=\"card__section expandable-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte text--pull\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder online, by phone +44 (0)1534 639 998, or via email info@paulfrasercollectibles.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Paul Fraser Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42591759532257,"sku":"PT2145","price":65000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1645\/0221\/files\/henryVIII1544document1.jpg?v=1730475185"},{"product_id":"queen-elizabeth-i-signed-royal-manuscript","title":"Queen Elizabeth I Signed Royal Manuscript","description":"\u003ch1\u003eA superb, rare Royal manuscript signed by Queen Elizabeth I, dated 1591. This museum-quality asset would grace any collection in the world.\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Elizabeth_I\" title=\"Elizabeth_I\"\u003eElizabeth I\u003c\/a\u003e (1533 – 1603) reigned as Queen of England for 44 years, from 1558 until 1603. The daughter of King Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn, Elizabeth ascended to the throne at the age of 25. Although young, she famously declared “I know I have the body of a weak and feeble woman, but I have the heart and stomach of a king, and of a king of England too.”\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003eShe became an inspirational figure, known as 'Gloriana' or 'The Virgin Queen' who had devoted her life to protecting England.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003eElizabeth's reign is considered as a Golden Age of English history. She brought peace and prosperity to the country, and oversaw an artistic renaissance embodied by the works of Shakespeare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003eIt was also a period of English exploration and expansion, as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Walter_Raleigh\" title=\"Sir_Walter_Raleigh\"\u003eSir Walter Raleigh\u003c\/a\u003e began to colonise America. And in 1588 Elizabeth's navy, led by Sir Francis Drake, famously defeated the Spanish Armada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; font-style: normal;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; font-style: normal;\" class=\"western\"\u003eToday Elizabeth I is regarded as one of the most iconic women in world history, and remains an inspirational figure around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003eThe document measures 10.5” by 8” and is presented in superb condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003eIt remains fully intact, with crisp edges and no paper loss; faint vertical and horizontal folds; and minor stains common in a manuscript of this age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003eIt also retains its original wafer seal, attached by another official red wax seal from the royal court. Elizabethan documents such as this with their wafer seals intact are remarkably rare.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003eElizabeth I signs boldly with her famous flourish at the top of the document.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003eHer signature is exceptionally large and visually impressive, commanding almost an entire third of the page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003eThe document is a royal warrant issued by Elizabeth I to her Chancellor of the Exchequer John Fortescue on April 29, 1591.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003eIt requests a quantity of fabric and ceremonial garments to be supplied to Anthony Wingfield Esquire, who was set to become a member of the Order of the Garter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003eThe Order of the Garter, is England's highest order of chivalry, founded in 1348 by King Edward III.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003eIts 24 official members are always personally appointed by the monarch. In this case, Elizabeth had chosen Wingfield to replace William Norris, who had recently passed away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe text below reads in full:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\"\u003e\"We will and commande you Immediatlie upon the sight hereof to deliver or cause to be delivered unto our welbelovid Servaunte Anthonie Wingfelde Esquire by us nowe chosen and appoynted to be gentleman usher of this most honorable Order of the Garter in the rome and place of William Norris Esquire late gentleman usher disceased eightene yardes of Crinsim Satten for a mantle; twelve yardes of white Sarcenet to hont the same mantle.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"One Robe lace of blue Silke and gold, withe buttons and Tassells of lyke silke and golde. And also one scutchion withe a red crosse in the middest of the same embroidered with silke and silver.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"And these owrdres shalbe your suffycyente warrante and dischardge in this behalf. Yeoven under our Signett at our manoure of Estgrenewiche the xxixth day of Aprile in the xxxiiith yeare of our raigne 1591.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\"\u003e\"To our righte trustie and welbelovid Consayloure John Fortescue Esquire Mastor of our Estate warderobe.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\"\u003eThe ceremonial robes described in this manuscript are almost identical to those worn by members of the order today – and when it was established in the 14\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\"\u003eThis fascinating content gives the document a superb historical context, spanning more than 650 years of English history and tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/mailchi.mp\/829adb0520f6\/queen-elizabeth-i-signed-manuscript-011225\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis highly rare and significant Elizabeth I signed manuscript is a museum-quality piece of history. Read more about it in our newsletter.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/mailchi.mp\/paulfrasercollectibles.com\/brand-new-400-years-of-royal-tradition-8258131\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFree global shipping. 28-day returns. 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He had no patience for the arcane rules of court life and embarked on a romantic relationship with twice-divorced American socialite Wallis Simpson. Her status was a huge problem for the staunchly traditional government and Church of England. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhen Edward became king of the United Kingdom in January 1936, he made it clear he planned to marry Wallis. When he was told by Parliament this was impossible, he abdicated in December of that year. The couple lived out the rest of their lives in a whirl of parties and foreign travel.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA supremely scarce, likely unique, original November 1936 notice, displayed in the UK's House of Commons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe notice invites MPs \"and their wives\" (even though there were a handful of female MPs) to attend Kind Edward VIII's coronation in May 1937 - a coronation that never took place due to the king's abdication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis notice was displayed in the House of Commons following the opening of Parliament on 3 November 1936 until the King's abdication on 10 December.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAnnotated by FJ Bellenger (1894-1968), the MP for Bassetlaw from 1935 to 1968. He writes \"Exhibited in House of Commons previous to Edward VIII's abdication Dec 1936.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e16 x 12 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFramed and glazed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAll Edward VIII artefacts from his 12 month rule are scarce and highly prized. We know of no other example of this notice. It is likely unique and there, extremely desirable. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePROVENANCE: Ex. Sotheby's, London, 14 December 1992, lot 159\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mailchi.mp\/paulfrasercollectibles.com\/a-very-british-scandal\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick here to discover more about this item.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFree global shipping. 28-day returns. Certificate of Authenticity and our Lifetime Moneyback Guarantee of Authenticity included\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder online, by phone +44 (0)1534 639 998, or via email info@paulfrasercollectibles.com \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paul Fraser Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43051248222433,"sku":"PT1337","price":4995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1645\/0221\/products\/Edward-8b.jpg?v=1658327100"},{"product_id":"a-james-i-signed-royal-document","title":"James I signed royal document","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn official royal letter signed by King James I in 1616\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegarding plans for his famous state visit to Scotland in 1617\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\n@page { margin: 2cm }\n\t\tP { margin-bottom: 0.21cm }\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" data-mce-style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eJames VI and I (1566 – 1625) was King of Scotland as James VI from 1567 and King of England and Ireland as James I from 1603 until his death in 1625.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" data-mce-style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" data-mce-style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHe was the son of Mary, Queen of Scots and the great-great grandson of Henry VII who ruled all three countries for 22 years, during a period known as the Jacobean Era.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA letter from the court of James I, sent from Whitehall Palace and dated December 31, 1616.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA highly rare royal document signed by James I, concerning plans for his lavish state visit to Scotland in 1617.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelivered by Royal Herald to George Keith, Earl Marshall of Scotland, informing him of James I's impending state visit to Scotland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing a large, boldly signed example of James I's signature at the top left.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLetter in good condition, with horizontal and vertical folds, and minor foxing and stains expected in a document of such age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJames ascended the Scottish throne in 1567, just after his 1st birthday, so the 1617 visit marked the 50th anniversary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, his state visit in 1617 was the only one he ever made to Scotland after also becoming King of England in 1603.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis visit was a hugely lavish and expensive affair. James requested the repair of several Scottish royal palaces, none of which had been properly maintained for decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe also travelled with an enormous staff including hundreds of advisors, servants, courtiers, bishops, bodyguards, physicians and musicians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo raise the enormous funds required for the visit, he raised taxes in Scotland and took out huge loans from the City of London.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis document is a letter to Keith describing the financial difficulties of the upcoming trip, and asks him to meet with other royal councillors in Edinburgh to propose further ways of raising money to cover the costs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe letter reads in full:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\n@page { margin: 2cm }\n\t\tP { margin-bottom: 0.21cm }\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" data-mce-style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" data-mce-style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e“Righte trustie and right welbeloved cuson and cunsellor wee greete you well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" data-mce-style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" data-mce-style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e“Our earnest desire, the wishes of our good subjects \u0026amp; the necessarie affaires of our estate having invited us to honor that our ancient kingdome with our royall presence this approching sommer, and knowing how far it doth import the credit \u0026amp; honor of our said kingdome that all things necessarie for our contended reception and interteynment be timelie provided \u0026amp; in rediness, and that our houses, which by reason of our long absence are become ruinous \u0026amp; decayed be repared and mez rabled in such decent \u0026amp; semelie order as is requisite; so as the strangers and others who are to accompanie us (of whom there will be great nombers of all ramks and qualities) may neyther perceave anie markes of incivilitiesor appearances of pennurie or want.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" data-mce-style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" data-mce-style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e“We therefor out of our royal regarde to the honour of our said kingdome have not been sparing of our coffers, but have large bestowed great summes of munie far exceeding the revenues of that kingdom upon these preparations wherein although our tresor there be exhausted and our coffers ar emptied, yet upon examination of particuleres wee find manie things costing unprovided which the rents of that our crown are not able to furnish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" data-mce-style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" data-mce-style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e“The consideration whereof hathe moved us to appointe a comentio of the estates of that our realme to be kept at Edinburgh the fyfte of March next to the intent that they may advise \u0026amp; resolve whereupon the best means whereby with haste hurt to our good subjects, all defectes may be supplied and the honour of that our kingdom preserved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" data-mce-style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" data-mce-style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e“And having written to diverse of our nobilitie to be present thereat we likewise so require you (knowing your good affection to the honor of that our kingdom and willing disposition to our service) to keep that meeting and be in Edinburgh the fourt of the said morning, that on the morrow you may be readie prepared to meet with the reste which undoubtedlie expecting of you regarde our obedience \u0026amp; service we bid you farewell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" data-mce-style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" data-mce-style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e“Given at our palace of Whitehalle the last of December 1616.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" data-mce-style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" data-mce-style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003eA rare and beautifully preserved document, featuring an exceptional James I signature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" data-mce-style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" data-mce-style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003eA museum-quality piece of historic British royal memorabilia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" data-mce-style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" data-mce-style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mailchi.mp\/paulfrasercollectibles.com\/brand-new-400-years-of-royal-tradition\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick here to discover more about this item.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" data-mce-style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" data-mce-style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFree global delivery. 28-day no quibble returns. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.paulfrasercollectibles.com\/pages\/on-the-treasure-hunt\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eALERT ME WHEN ANOTHER IS AVAILABLE \u0026gt;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.paulfrasercollectibles.com\/pages\/looking-to-sell\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSELL ONE OF THESE \u0026gt;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paul Fraser Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43183045837025,"sku":"PT1349","price":5000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1645\/0221\/products\/james1signeddocument1616.jpg?v=1661332283"},{"product_id":"queen-elizabeth-ii-prince-philip-signed-1956-royal-christmas-card","title":"Queen Elizabeth II \u0026 Prince Philip signed 1956 Royal Christmas card","description":"\u003cmeta content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\" http-equiv=\"CONTENT-TYPE\"\u003e \u003cmeta content=\"OpenOffice 4.1.6  (Win32)\" name=\"GENERATOR\"\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\n@page { margin: 2cm }\n\t\tP { margin-bottom: 0.21cm }\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\"\u003eA 1956 Royal Christmas card hand signed by Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eQueen Elizabeth II (1926 -2022) was \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003eBritain's longest-reigning monarch, and the longest-serving female head of state in recorded world history.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\"\u003eElizabeth II and Prince Philip sent out this Royal Christmas card in 1956, just three years after the Queen's coronation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe card measures approximately 9.75 x 7\" (19.5\" x 14\" when opened) and is in excellent condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe family portrait features the Royal couple with their young children King Charles III and Princess Anne on board the Royal Yacht Brittania.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\"\u003eThe front cover of the card is blank, save for the Queen's embossed Royal crown crest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe card is attractively hand-signed by Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip in black fountain pen ink directly beneath their portrait.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\"\u003eBoth signatures are crisp, clear and unfaded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\"\u003eThe positioning of their signatures below the image makes this card perfect for framing and display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\"\u003eA rare and beautiful piece of vintage Royal memorabilia.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFree global delivery. 28-day no quibble returns.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.paulfrasercollectibles.com\/pages\/on-the-treasure-hunt\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eALERT ME WHEN ANOTHER IS AVAILABLE \u0026gt;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.paulfrasercollectibles.com\/pages\/looking-to-sell\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSELL ONE OF THESE \u0026gt;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paul Fraser Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43338517381345,"sku":"PT1356","price":4995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1645\/0221\/products\/queen1956royalcardphoto.jpg?v=1664187263"},{"product_id":"queen-mary-tudor-signed-royal-document","title":"Queen Mary Tudor signed Royal document","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA highly rare Royal document signed by England's first Queen Mary Tudor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDated October 9, 1558, just 38 days before her death\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMary Tudor (1516 - 1558) was the first Queen of England, who reigned from 1553 until 1558. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eShe inherited the throne from her father Henry VIII, and following her death it passed to her sister Elizabeth I. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMary was a devout Catholic, who attempted to undo her father's reformation of the English church. And she earned the nickname 'Bloody Mary' due to her reputation for burning Protestant heretics at the stake.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBut Mary was also fiercely intelligent, brave and ambitious, and was the first female monarch to claim the throne in a male-dominated world.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eToday she is regarded as a political pioneer, whose actions redefined the English monarchy.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA one-page manuscript on vellum, measuring approx. 6” x 9” (155mm x 230mm).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComplete with its original Royal paper seal still intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing some water staining and evidence of older repairs, carefully carried out over the centuries.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing an exceptional example of Mary Tudor's signature, signed boldly \"Mary the Queen\" at the top of the document.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe letter was sent from St James Palace via Royal messenger, and is dated October 9, 1558. It reads in full:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\n@page { margin: 2cm }\n\t\tP { margin-bottom: 0.21cm }\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e“To our trusty and welbeloved servaunt George Bredyman one of the gromes of our privie chamber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e“Trusty and welbeloved we grete you well. And woll and commaunde you of suche our treasure as remayneth in your custody to delyver unto our welbeloved Nicholas Brigham one of the tellers our eschequire the Somme of fyve thousande poundes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e“And thes our lettres together with a bill of his hande signifienge the receipt thereof to our use shalbe your sufficient warrante \u0026amp; discharge on that behalf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e“Given under our signet at our Mannor of St James the sixth of October the fiveth and sixte yeres of our reignes.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003eMary Tudor is known to have rarely signed letters herself, and today it's believed only a handful survive, with very few in private hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003eThis document is an exceptional rarity of English Royal history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mailchi.mp\/paulfrasercollectibles.com\/englands-first-queen-a-royal-rarity-383717\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick here to discover more about this item.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFree global delivery. 28-day no quibble returns.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1645\/0221\/files\/qrcode_www.paulfrasercollectibles.com_51_160x160.png?v=1674475463\"\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e BUY NOW: Order online, by phone +44 (0)1534 639 998, or via email info@paulfrasercollectibles.com \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Paul Fraser Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43504108241121,"sku":"PT1362","price":25000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1645\/0221\/products\/marytudorsigneddocument1.jpg?v=1667480582"},{"product_id":"1714-funeral-of-queen-annes-gun-salute","title":"Queen Anne's Funeral - Gun Salute letter","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e A handwritten \u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e1714 letter detailing arrangements for a gun salute at the Tower of London during Queen Anne's funeral \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eQueen Anne (1665-1714) reigned from 1702 until her death in 1714.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003eQueen Anne was the last monarch of the House of Stuart, and was succeeded by her second cousin George I of the House of Hanover.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eThe letter, from the Lords Justices in Council, instructs George Compton, the constable of the Tower of London to fire a gun from the Tower every minute during the funeral procession from Kensington Palace to Westminster Abbey, and the funeral itself.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e\"...particular care be taken that during the Proceeding of her late Majesties Funerall from Kensington to Westminster Abby, and until Her Maj. Body be interred, a gun be Fired at the Tower every Minute...\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eHeaded \"At the C\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW227596753 BCX0\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eouncil Chamber St J\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW227596753 BCX0\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eames'.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eSigned handsomely by the joint commissioner of the Privy Seal, Edward Southwell (1671-1730), at the foot. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eFeatures an embossed Privy Council seal. Includes original paper address wrapper, and remains of red wax seal.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e31 x 19cm. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe letter was sent by local messenger on August 5, 1714, four days after Anne's death at Kensington Palace on the 1st. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eAnne was buried on the evening of August 24 at Westminster Abbey, next to her husband in the Stuart vault.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eDuring Anne's funeral, the judges of the King's Bench and the Common Pleas wore black robes rather than traditional red. This began the tradition of judges wearing black.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eSpine-tingling early postal history with absorbing content. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFree global delivery. 28-day no quibble returns. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e BUY NOW: Order online, by phone +44 (0)1534 639 998, or via email info@paulfrasercollectibles.com \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Paul Fraser Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43527415398625,"sku":"PT1365","price":1950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1645\/0221\/products\/1714queenannefuneralletter.jpg?v=1668076371"},{"product_id":"king-george-vi-and-queen-elizabeth-1950-signed-christmas-card","title":"King George VI \u0026 Queen Elizabeth 1950 Signed Christmas Card","description":"\u003ch1\u003eA majestic Royal family Christmas card signed by King George VI and Queen Elizabeth in 1950\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlbert Windsor married Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon in 1923. He was the second in line to the throne, after his older brother, Edward. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eHowever, in 1936 Edward abdicated to marry Wallis Simpson. Albert was forced to take the throne in his place and was crowned George VI. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eHis reign was defined by the second world war and the rapid decline of the British Empire that followed. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eElizabeth and George’s eldest daughter, Elizabeth II, was Britain’s longest reigning monarch.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis stunning Christmas card was sent out at Christmas in 1950, just two years before Elizabeth II's accession to the throne. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHugely scarce - one of just 7 known to exist.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe card is dated and signed \"1950, George R.I.\" and \"Elizabeth R\", with both signing boldly in black ink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe portrait on the card also features Princess Margaret and Princess Elizabeth, and depicts the family in highland dress. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe card is signed by George VI and Queen Elizabeth on the left-hand inside panel, with the portrait on the right.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis card measures approximately 7 x 6 inches when closed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Christmas card also comes with superb provenance, having been originally presented to a valued employee at Buckingham Palace and passed down through his family for more than 60 years. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA rare and beautiful piece of Royal memorabilia. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFree global shipping. 28-day returns.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder online, by phone +44 (0)1534 639 998, or via email info@paulfrasercollectibles.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paul Fraser Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43637227684065,"sku":"PT1371","price":2500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1645\/0221\/products\/1950-Christmas-card-royal5.jpg?v=1671449069"},{"product_id":"queen-victoria-signed-royal-coronation-invitation","title":"Queen Victoria Signed Royal Coronation Invitation","description":"\u003ch1\u003eA highly rare original invitation to the coronation of Queen Victoria at Westminster Abbey in 1838. Signed by Queen Victoria herself and dated May 9, just two weeks before her 19th birthday.\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eQueen Victoria is one of the most iconic figures in world history. Her reign lasted 63 years, which stood as the record up until great-granddaughter Elizabeth II surpassed her in 2015. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBritain was at the very height of its wealth and power during the Victorian era. Its colonies covered almost a third of the world’s land mass, making up the largest empire in history. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eQueen Victoria married her beloved husband Albert in 1840. His sudden death in 1861 at the age of 42 was a blow from which she never recovered. She remained in mourning black for the rest of her days. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA highly rare original invitation to the coronation of Queen Victoria at Westminster Abbey in 1838.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSigned by Queen Victoria and dated May 9, just two weeks before her 19th birthday.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe invitation is addressed to Thomas Powys, 3rd Baron Ilford, a respected peer and leading member of parliament.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt reads in full:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Right Trust and Right Well Beloved, We greet you well. Whereas the Twenty eighth day of June next is appointed for the solemnity of Our Royal Coronation, These are to will and command you (all excuses set apart) to make your personal attendance on us at the time abovementioned furnished and appointed as to your rank and quality appertaineth, there to do and perform all such services as shall be required and belong unto you whereof you are not to fail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"And so We bid you most heartily farewell. Given at Our Court at St. James’s the ninth day of May, 1838 in the first year of Our Reign. By her Majesty’s Command.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe document is also signed below by the Earl Marshal, Duke of Norfolk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe invitation measures approx. 10.5” by 12.5”.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe page is in excellent condition for its age, with crisp edges, very few marks, and no rips or tears.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt bears three faint horizontal mailing folds and a vertical fold on the left-hand side which does not affect the text or signature.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVictoria's large clear signature appears prominently at the top of the page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis invitation is the only example we have handled in 45 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs such, it is a Royal rarity of major significance suitable for the finest historic autograph collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/mailchi.mp\/e9c113dfffd7\/abba-spice-girls-signed-photographs-8258894\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eTo discover more about this Victorian rarity, read our newsletter.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFree global shipping. 28-day returns. Certificate of Authenticity and our Lifetime Moneyback Guarantee of Authenticity included\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder online, by phone +44 (0)1534 639 998, or via email info@paulfrasercollectibles.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paul Fraser Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43680508543201,"sku":"PT1406","price":7995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1645\/0221\/products\/queenvictoriacoronationinvitecomposite2.jpg?v=1673434974"},{"product_id":"prince-george-and-princess-victoria-childhood-drawings","title":"George V and Princess Victoria childhood drawings","description":"\u003ch1\u003eA charming pair of childhood drawings by George V and his sister Princess Victoria, dated August 1877.\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eGeorge V (1865 – 1936) was King of the United Kingdom from 1910 to 1936.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHe was the son of King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra, Grandson of Queen Victoria and the older brother of Princess Victoria (1868 – 1935).\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eGeorge V was also the first monarch in the current House of Windsor, having changed the family name from the House of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha in 1917.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003eThese rare drawings are by 12 year-old George V and 9 year-old Princess Victoria on paper headed 'Marlborough House, Pall Mall S.W'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003eGeorge's drawing is a combination of pencil, watercolour and crayon, and is signed and inscribed in pencil to the verso:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e“From George to Dear Mr Dalton, August 19, 1877.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003eOn the top half of the page, George has drawn a purple boat with two crew members on board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003eOn the bottom half, he has drawn a bearded with a hat and sword chasing an apple scrumper away from a large green apple tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003eThe drawing, which measures 4.5 inches by 7.25 inches, features some slight ear to the left edge and one vertical fold, as is to be expected of documents from this time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003ePrincess Victoria's piece features a small watercolour painting which shows two men either side of a small hut containing a chair. Both men have large heads and noses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003eThe painting occupies approximately one third of the page, which also measures 4.5 inches by 7.25 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003eBeneath the painting the Princess has written in blue and red crayons:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e“From Victoria to Dear Mr Dalton, August 19, 1877”.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003eIt features a light vertical fold, but is otherwise in fine condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003eThe pieces were presented to Canon John Neale Dalton (1839 – 1931), who was Chaplain to Queen Victoria and a tutor to George V and his older brother Prince Albert Victor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003eTwo unique and delightful pieces of historic Royal memorabilia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.paulfrasercollectibles.com\/blogs\/most-recent\/is-this-the-kings-earliest-autograph\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDiscover more about these pieces of artwork in our blog here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0.5cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFree global delivery. 28-day returns. Certificate of Authenticity and our Lifetime Moneyback Guarantee of Authenticity included. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0.5cm;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder online, by phone +44 (0)1534 639 998, or via email info@paulfrasercollectibles.com \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.paulfrasercollectibles.com\/pages\/on-the-treasure-hunt\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paul Fraser Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43718898712801,"sku":"PT668","price":2950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1645\/0221\/files\/georgeVprincessvictoriachildhooddrawings.jpg?v=1694541880"},{"product_id":"james-i-signed-personal-letter-to-louis-xiii","title":"James I signed personal letter to Louis XIII","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA  James I signed and inscribed letter to Louis XIII of France\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\n@page { margin: 2cm }\n\t\tP { margin-bottom: 0.21cm }\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\" data-mce-style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eJames VI and I (1566 – 1625) was King of Scotland as James VI from 1567 and King of England and Ireland as James I from 1603 until his death in 1625.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\" data-mce-style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\" data-mce-style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHe was the son of Mary, Queen of Scots and the great-great grandson of Henry VII who ruled all three countries for 22 years, during a period known as the Jacobean Era.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\" data-mce-style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\" data-mce-style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003eA long, involved personal letter sent by James I to Louis XIII of France in June 1624.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\" data-mce-style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\" data-mce-style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003eIn French, signed with a handwritten inscription by James I.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\" data-mce-style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\" data-mce-style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003eThe single page manuscript measures approx. 30cm by 37cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\" data-mce-style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\" data-mce-style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003eIn good condition, with original folds, creasing and occasional browning expected of a document with such an extensive history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\" data-mce-style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\" data-mce-style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003eThe full text of the letter is crisp, clear and fully legible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\" data-mce-style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\" data-mce-style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003eThe letter concerns the Scottish Guards (Gardes Écossaises), the personal bodyguards of the French monarchy, established in 1418 during the Hundred Years' War.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe letter, translated from French to English, reads in part: “The sudden death of our late cousin the Duke of Richmond and Lennox which prevented him from enjoying the favour which our recommendation had gained for him of the Company of Gendarmes which you wished formerly to confer upon our dear son created Duke of York, has been the cause that we did not sooner give affectionate thanks which we owe you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“However having lately learned through your ambassador that you wished to transfer this honour and favour to the Earl of Gordon his nephew and Lieutenant-designate, we thought that... you wished to be obliging out of affection for us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“But having earlier resolved, in accordance with the forms observed, and in accordance with those with which we had recommended the late Duke of Richmond as Chief, and the Earl of Gordon as his Lieutenant we would now recommend to you our cousin the Duke of Lennox, his brother to succeed him in this position, as succeeding as head of the house to which this honour has always been particularly given and the command of the said Company for which we deem that the person should be no less loyal towards you than his brother, in view of the devotion he has always shown to our service...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“We beg you... to agree... the command of the said Company should be given to him, keeping the Earl of Gordon as his lieutenant...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“This we are particularly obliged to receive from you, as a token of the affection of which you have towards the maintenance of his ancient and close friendship which has always existed between our houses and a memorial also to the great services rendered by our Scottish nation to your crown...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“We will reciprocate your sincere affection, as our ambassadors extraordinary, the Count of Carlise and the Baron of Kensington, to whom we have the task of explaining to you in greater detail what is our will and that of the Prince our very dear son on the present subject, will tell you...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Sent from the Palace at Greenwich on the 15th of June 1624.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJames adds a personal inscription below in his own handwriting:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Your very affectionate brother, cousin and ancient ally” and signs with the French version of his name “Jaques R”.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe letter is believed to have been hand-delivered to Louis XIII by English ambassadors including James I's son Prince Charles, who was crowned King Charles I less than a year after it was sent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a remarkably rare personal letter of diplomatic importance between two of the great Kings of Europe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA stunning piece of Royal history, with a scarcely seen example of James I's autograph signed in the French version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mailchi.mp\/paulfrasercollectibles.com\/become-a-custodian-of-history\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick here to discover more about this item.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\n@page { margin: 2cm }\n\t\tP { margin-bottom: 0.21cm }\n\t\tA:link { so-language: zxx }\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: normal;\"\u003eFree global delivery. 28-day no quibble returns. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.paulfrasercollectibles.com\/pages\/on-the-treasure-hunt\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: normal;\"\u003eALERT ME WHEN ANOTHER IS AVAILABLE \u0026gt;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.paulfrasercollectibles.com\/pages\/looking-to-sell\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: normal;\"\u003eSELL ONE OF THESE \u0026gt;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Paul Fraser Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43783750910177,"sku":"PT1383","price":9995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1645\/0221\/products\/jamesIhandwrittenletterfull.jpg?v=1678182830"},{"product_id":"queen-elizabeth-ii-prince-philip-signed-1954-christmas-card-1","title":"Queen Elizabeth II \u0026 Prince Philip signed 1954 Christmas card","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA 1954 Royal Christmas card hand signed by Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eQueen Elizabeth II (1926 -2022) was the Queen of the United Kingdom and the other Commonwealth realms.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eShe married her husband Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh (1921 - 2021) in 1947, and ascended the British throne in 1952.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eShe was Britain's longest-reigning monarch, spending 70 years on the throne, and the longest-serving female head of state in recorded world history.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis superb vintage Christmas card was sent out in 1954, just two years after Elizabeth II was crowned Queen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe card measure approximately 8\" x 7\" (16\" x 7\" when opened) and is in excellent condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe family portrait features the Royal couple with their young children Prince Charles and Princess Anne on the balcony of Buckingham Palace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe front cover of the card is blank, save for the Queen's embossed Royal crown crest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe card is hand-signed by Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip in black fountain pen ink directly beneath their portrait.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoth signatures are crisp, clear and unfaded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe positioning of their signatures below the image makes this card an ideal display piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003eProvenance: The card was originally owned by Edward Halliday CBE, the renowned Royal portrait artist.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003eHalliday painted several official portraits of the Queen throughout her life.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHe also painted members of the Royal family including Prince Philip and a young Prince Charles, and notable figures such as Winston Churchill.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eToday Halliday's work can be found in the National Portrait Gallery, the National Maritime Museum and the Parliamentary Art Collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mailchi.mp\/paulfrasercollectibles.com\/by-popular-demand-a-fresh-royal-rarity\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick here to discover more about this Christmas Card.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFree global shipping. 28-day returns. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.paulfrasercollectibles.com\/pages\/on-the-treasure-hunt\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eALERT ME WHEN ANOTHER IS AVAILABLE \u0026gt;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.paulfrasercollectibles.com\/pages\/looking-to-sell\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSELL ONE OF THESE \u0026gt;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Paul fraser collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default 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This is the only piece of Charles’ hair ever offered for sale. A unique artefact. There is no more intimate a piece of of King Charles III memorabilia in existence.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eA very early Prince Charles signature: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCharles personally wrote this Christmas card to Mr Crisp, likely in the early-mid 1960s. We know of only one earlier Charles signature. The signature is clear and handsome. And so different from his adult signature.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMr Crisp’s barbering scissors and comb: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAlmost certainly used by Mr Crisp to cut Charles’ hair. (Mr Crisp had stored the scissors and comb together with the lock of hair and Christmas card - indicating in the same collection as the lock of hair.) Both show signs of use. The scissors feature a French maker's mark; the brown plastic comb bears the maker's mark of Kent of London (model 13T). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eKent holds the Royal Warrant for hairbrushes in the UK. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe collection also includes: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA March 1971 invitation to the Palace from the Queen, to thank Mr Crisp following his retirement that year.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTwo newspaper cuttings detailing Mr Crisp's employment with the Royal Family\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePhotographs of Mr Crisp \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/mailchi.mp\/paulfrasercollectibles.com\/a-unique-piece-of-british-history\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick here to discover more about this collection.\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFree global delivery. 28-day returns. Certificate of Authenticity and our Lifetime Moneyback Guarantee of Authenticity included. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOrder online, by phone +44 (0)1534 639 998, or via email info@paulfrasercollectibles.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paul Fraser Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43856459497697,"sku":"PT1390","price":7995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1645\/0221\/products\/Charles2.jpg?v=1681903201"},{"product_id":"princess-diana-king-charles-iii-signed-christmas-card-1990","title":"King Charles III and Princess Diana signed 1990 Royal Christmas card","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"western\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eAn official 1990 Royal Christmas card signed by Charles III (then Prince of Wales) and Princess Diana. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eFeaturing an affixed colour photograph of Charles and Diana with their sons Prince William and Prince Harry.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eEmbossed on the front with the Prince of Wales’s feathers and Order of the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eGarter motto, and the Spencer family arms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eFeaturing an affixed colour photograph of Charles and Diana with their sons Prince William and Prince Harry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eThe card is inscribed by Charles to “Tommy and Margaret”, and hand-signed by Charles and Diana in black fountain pen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eIt measures 14 x 6 inches when opened, and is in fine condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFree global delivery. 28-day returns. Certificate of Authenticity and our Lifetime Moneyback Guarantee of Authenticity included.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder online, by phone +44 (0)1534 639 998, or via email info@paulfrasercollectibles.com \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paul Fraser Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45813514961121,"sku":"PT1458","price":2995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1645\/0221\/files\/PrincessDianaandKingCharlesIIISigned1990ChristmasCardPT1458.jpg?v=1747387230"},{"product_id":"king-charles-iii-signed-christmas-card-canada-1977","title":"King Charles III 1977 Signed Christmas Card","description":"\u003ch1\u003eAn official Royal Christmas and New Year card sent by Charles III, then Prince of Wales, in 1977. Accompanied by its original mailing envelope.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe card measures 9.5 x 7.25 inches when open, and is fine condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePersonally signed by Charles and inscribed to “Mr. \u0026amp; Mrs. Hitchings\" in blue fountain pen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original recipient was John Hitchings LVO (1929-2020), who served the Royal family for 60 years as a Land Steward for the Duchy of Cornwall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt features an affixed color photograph of Charles wearing a Native American headdress, face paint, and ceremonial shirt, inscribed beneath \"Canada 1977\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe unusual portrait was taken in Alberta, Canada in Juy 1977 during an official Royal visit. Charles was honoured by the indigenous Native American tribes and made a Chief of the Kainai Nation Blood tribe, with the name 'Red Crow'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA scarce and desirable item for Royal memorabilia collectors, featuring an uncommon portrait of the future King.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/mailchi.mp\/paulfrasercollectibles.com\/king-charles-iii-signed-royal-card-1977\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDiscover more about this unusual Christmas Card in our newsletter here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFree global shipping. 28-day no quibble returns. Certificate of Authenticity and our Lifetime Moneyback Guarantee of Authenticity included.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"shopify-section-product-description\" class=\"shopify-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container product-block-list__item product-block-list__item--description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card__section expandable-content\" aria-expanded=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte text--pull\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder online, by phone +44 (0)1534 639 998, or via email info@paulfrasercollectibles.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Paul Fraser Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45813602812129,"sku":"PT1466","price":2500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1645\/0221\/files\/KingCharlesIII1977ChristmasandNewYearcard1.jpg?v=1744823621"},{"product_id":"king-charles-iii-queen-camilla-signed-christmas-card-2010","title":"King Charles III and Queen Camilla signed 2010 Royal Christmas card","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eA 2010 Royal Christmas card beautifully hand-signed by King Charles III and Queen Consort Camilla. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eInside features an affixed colour photograph of Charles and Camilla cross-country skiing in Scotland.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eThe front of the card is embossed with the Royal crests of the couple.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eThe card is inscribed by Charles to “Cyril and Eva” - believed to be Cyril Dickman, who served Queen Elizabeth II for 50 years as a Steward at Buckingham Palace. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCharles and Camilla have both signed the card neatly by hand in black ink.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eIt measures 12 x 8 inches when opened, and is in very fine condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/mailchi.mp\/7c09fa95aad2\/new-stock-alert-original-axe-from-the-shining-8258823\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eDiscover more about this Chris\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003etmas card in our newsletter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cem style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eFree global delivery. 28-day returns. Certificate of Authenticity and our Lifetime Moneyback Guarantee of Authenticity included.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eOrder online, by phone +44 (0)1534 639 998, or via email info@paulfrasercollectibles.com \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paul Fraser Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45813602943201,"sku":"PT1474","price":2995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1645\/0221\/files\/CharlesIIIandCamillasigned2010ChristmasCardPT1474.jpg?v=1747388909"},{"product_id":"king-charles-iii-handwritten-signed-military-remembrance-card","title":"King Charles III Handwritten \u0026 Signed Military Card","description":"\u003ch1\u003eA note of remembrance handwritten and signed by King Charles III, dedicated to the fallen warriors of the 1879 Battle of Isandlwana. Also including a rare handwritten quote from the 1914 Ode to Remembrance.\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a superb Charles III autograph, handwritten and signed as Prince of Wales on an official British Royal mourning card.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCharles writes in black ink:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“In memory of those courageous men of the 24th Regiment of Foot, and of the great Zulu Nation, who lost their lives during the Battle of Isandlwana on 22nd January 1879.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe note is signed neatly \"Charles, Colonel-in-Chief, the Royal Regiment of Wales.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe card measures 9.7 x 12cm and is in good condition with some minor water and tape staining, consistent with it once possibly being attached to a remembrance wreath of flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGiven the age wear and the solitary signature, we believe the card to be dated prior to Charles' marriage to Princess Diana in 1981.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the reverse of the card Charles has inscribed a quote from the 'Ode to Remembrance'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"They shall not grow old as we that are left grow old. Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn...We shall remember them\".\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis famous verse from Laurence Binyon's 1914 poem 'For the Fallen' is traditionally recited on Remembrance Day in the U.K and Anzac Day in Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is the only example of these iconic words handwritten by King Charles - or any other British Royal figure - that we have been able to find.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTherefore we believe this card to be highly rare, and possibly even unique to the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.paulfrasercollectibles.com\/blogs\/royal-memorabilia\/signed-by-king-charles-iii-unique-royal-remembrance-card\" title=\"Signed by King Charles III: A unique Royal Remembrance card\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiscover the full history behind this superb card here.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pdap\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pdap-des\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFree global shipping. 28-day no quibble returns. Certificate of Authenticity and our Lifetime Moneyback Guarantee of Authenticity included.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder online, by phone +44 (0)1534 639 998, or via email info@paulfrasercollectibles.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paul Fraser Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46130342330593,"sku":"PT1512","price":2995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1645\/0221\/files\/kingcharlesmilitarycardfront.jpg?v=1741625242"},{"product_id":"princess-diana-and-king-charles-iii-signed-christmas-card-1986","title":"King Charles III and Princess Diana signed 1986 Christmas Card","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eA 1986 Royal Christmas card signed by King Charles III (then Prince of Wales) and Princess Diana. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eInside is a charming colour portrait of the royal couple sat with their sons Prince William and Prince Harry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eThe front of the card is embossed with the Prince of Wales’s feathers and Order of the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eGarter motto, and the Spencer family arms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eThe card is inscribed by Charles “\u003cstrong\u003eTo you both\u003c\/strong\u003e”, and neatly hand-signed by Charles and Diana in black ink.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eIt measures 10.25 x 7.25 inches when opened, and is in very fine condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mailchi.mp\/98ed9f433e20\/princess-diana-new-items-310825\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eDiscover more about these royal signatures in our newsletter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFree global delivery. 28-day returns. Certificate of Authenticity and our Lifetime Moneyback Guarantee of Authenticity included.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder online, by phone +44 (0)1534 639 998, or via email info@paulfrasercollectibles.com \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paul Fraser Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46252311806177,"sku":"PT1531","price":3500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1645\/0221\/files\/PrincessDianaandKingCharlesIIISigned1986ChristmasCardPT1531.jpg?v=1747326740"},{"product_id":"queen-elizabeth-ii-signed-diplomatic-document","title":"Queen Elizabeth II Signed Diplomatic Document","description":"\u003ch1\u003eAn official Royal document signed by Queen Elizabeth II, regarding the recall of a Canadian diplomat from Venezuela. Sent from St James' Palace and dated April 22, 1972.\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing a crisp, prominent example of Queen Elizabeth II's signature in blue fountain pen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTyped on two single-sided adjoining sheets measuring \u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e8\" x 12.75\". In fine condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe document is addressed to Rafael Caldera, President of the Republic of Venezuela, and announces the recall of Canada’s Ambassador to Venezuela Donald Sutherland McPhail. It reads in part:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“The mission of Our Trusty and Well-beloved Donald Sutherland McPhail, Esquire, who has for some time been accredited to You in the character of Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Canada, having ended, We have thought fit to notify You of his Recall. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are Ourselves so satisfied with the zeal, ability and fidelity with which Mr. McPhail has executed Our orders on all occasions during his mission that We trust his conduct will also have merited Your approbation, and in this pleasing confidence We avail Ourselves of the opportunity to renew to You the assurances of Our constant friendship, and of Our earnest wishes for the welfare and prosperity of the Republic of Venezuela.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAn excellent vintage autograph on a superb official document, from Britain's longest serving monarch. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mailchi.mp\/paulfrasercollectibles.com\/queen-elizabeth-ii-signed-diplomatic-letter\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDiscover more about this item here.\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFree global delivery. 28-day returns. Certificate of Authenticity and our Lifetime Moneyback Guarantee of Authenticity included.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder online, by phone +44 (0)1534 639 998, or via email info@paulfrasercollectibles.com \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paul Fraser Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46252364988641,"sku":"PT1532","price":3995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1645\/0221\/files\/QueenElizabethIIsigneddiplomatdocumentPT1532a.jpg?v=1747315094"},{"product_id":"prince-john-signed-photograph","title":"Prince John Signed Photograph","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis exceptional item is a rare vintage photographic postcard of Prince John with his favourite dog. The photograph is clearly signed \"Johnny 1918\" in black fountain pen ink in the lower right hand corner.\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeatures some slight wear to the edges but is otherwise in very good condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003ePrince John (1905-1919) was the youngest son of Queen Mary and King George V. John suffered from severe epilepsy, and due to his illness he was hidden from the public eye. He died on 18 January 1919, at only 13 years-old, following a severe seizure. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003eHis life is portrayed in an award-winning miniseries entitled The Lost Prince. This has attracted a new wave of collectors to his memorabilia, which remains extremely rare due to his short and secretive life. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wonderful photograph, which shows John's autograph clearly, is a very rare piece of royal history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mailchi.mp\/paulfrasercollectibles.com\/the-secret-royal-8256836\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDiscover more about this autograph in our newsletter here.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFree global shipping. 28-day returns. Certificate of Authenticity and our Lifetime Moneyback Guarantee of Authenticity included\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder online, by phone +44 (0)1534 639 998, or via email info@paulfrasercollectibles.com \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paul Fraser Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46370749907169,"sku":"PT195","price":2500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1645\/0221\/files\/PrinceJohn.jpg?v=1745584911"},{"product_id":"napoleon-bonaparte-josephine-de-beauharnais-autograph-display","title":"Napoleon Bonaparte \u0026 Josephine de Beauharnais Autograph Display","description":"\u003ch1\u003eA superb framed display featuring the autographs of French military General and Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte and his wife Joséphine de Beauharnais - one of history's greatest romances.\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe two separate ink signatures, signed as \"Bonaparte\" and \"Josephine\" respectively, are both in very good condition, and are attractively mounted together with engraved portraits of the couple.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe display is framed and glazed to an overall size of approximately 8\" by 12\" (20 x 31cm).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNapoleon met Joséphine in 1795, and the pair began a passionate romance. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey married in 1796, despite Napoleon's family's dissaproval of a divorced older woman with two children, and when he became Emperor of France in 1804 he crowned her as Empress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, the pair both engaged in affairs during their marriage, and when Jospehine was unable to bear Napoleon an heir they were divorced in 1810.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA magnificent collector's item featuring two of history's most famous autographs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/mailchi.mp\/f6548f62c21f\/napoleon-josephine-autograph-display\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDiscover more about this rare item in our newsletter.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eFree global delivery. 28-day returns. Certificate of Authenticity and our Lifetime Moneyback Guarantee of Authenticity included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder online, by phone +44 (0)1534 639 998, or via email info@paulfrasercollectibles.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paul Fraser Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46480917627105,"sku":"PT1604","price":4995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1645\/0221\/files\/Napoleon_Josephinesignatures1PT1604.jpg?v=1749033732"},{"product_id":"charles-iii-signed-1980-royal-christmas-card","title":"Charles III Signed 1980 Royal Christmas Card","description":"\u003ch1\u003eA King Charles III 1980 hand-signed Royal Christmas card, featuring a mounted colour photograph of Charles in a royal carriage with the Queen Mother. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eComplete with its original mailing envelope.\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInscribed to \"Colonel and Mrs Robertson\" and signed by King Charles in black ink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe card measures 12 x 26.5cm when open, and is in very good condition with some light foxing. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA scarce early card from the King, signed during his courtship of Princess Diana but before their relationship became official in 1981.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: normal;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFree global delivery. 28-day returns. Certificate of Authenticity and our Lifetime Moneyback Guarantee of Authenticity included.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder online, by phone +44 (0)1534 639 998, or via email \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"mailto:info@paulfrasercollectibles.com\"\u003einfo@paulfrasercollectibles.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paul Fraser Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46480918249697,"sku":"PT1617","price":1500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1645\/0221\/files\/CharlesIII1980signedChristmascard1PT1617.jpg?v=1750415209"},{"product_id":"charles-iii-signed-1997-royal-christmas-card","title":"Charles III signed 1997 Royal Christmas Card","description":"\u003ch1\u003eA King Charles III 1997 hand-signed Royal Christmas card. Featuring a mounted colour portrait of Charles with his sons Prince William and Prince Harry aboard the Royal Yacht Britannia. \u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInscribed \"To you both\" and signed by Prince Charles in black ink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe card measures 20 by 30cm when open, and is in fine condition. Complete with its original mailing envelope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA nice display item featuring a good signature from the King, given greater poignancy due to the tragic death of Princess Diana just four months earlier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFree global delivery. 28-day returns. Certificate of Authenticity and our Lifetime Moneyback Guarantee of Authenticity included.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder online, by phone +44 (0)1534 639 998, or via email \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"mailto:info@paulfrasercollectibles.com\"\u003einfo@paulfrasercollectibles.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paul Fraser Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46480918282465,"sku":"PT1618","price":1500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1645\/0221\/files\/CharlesIIIsigned1997ChistmascardPT1618.jpg?v=1750353654"},{"product_id":"edward-viii-wallis-simpson-signed-winston-churchill-commemorative-cover","title":"Edward VIII and Wallis Simpson Signed Winston Churchill Postal Cover","description":"\u003ch1\u003eA Winston Churchill commemorative postal cover signed by Edward, Duke of Windsor and Wallis, Duchess of Windsor. Postmarked July 8, 1965, and sent to a recipient in New Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, USA.\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSigned by Edward in blue ink and Wallis in black ink, both using their full royal titles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAddressed to the recipient in another hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn fine condition, and offered together with unused stationery bearing the monograms of the Duke and Duchess.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA nice item which ties together three of the most famous figures of British 20th century history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFree global delivery. 28-day returns. Certificate of Authenticity and our Lifetime Moneyback Guarantee of Authenticity included.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder online, by phone +44 (0)1534 639 998, or via email \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"mailto:info@paulfrasercollectibles.com\"\u003einfo@paulfrasercollectibles.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paul Fraser Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46480918380769,"sku":"PT1624","price":995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1645\/0221\/files\/EdwardVIIIandWallisSimpsonsignedcommemorativecoverPT1624.jpg?v=1750337996"},{"product_id":"george-iv-prince-regent-signed-military-document","title":"George IV Signed Military Document","description":"\u003ch1\u003eA scarce and desirable partially printed military document signed by George IV as Prince Regent and dated July 23, 1818. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAlso countersigned by Lord Palmerston as Secretary at War.\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSigned by George IV as \"George PR\" in the upper left corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe military document gives leave \"unto Lieutenant Thomas White on full pay of His Majesty's 1st Regiment of Foot to exchange with Lieutenant Robert Bothomley on the Half Pay of the 17th Regiment of Foot\" and orders the necessary financial arrangements to be made.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis single page document measures 31.5 x 19cm and is in very good condition, with some discolouration and unevenness of toning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA good Royal signature on a scarce 19th century military document.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: normal;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFree global delivery. 28-day returns. Certificate of Authenticity and our Lifetime Moneyback Guarantee of Authenticity included.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"western\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder online, by phone +44 (0)1534 639 998, or via email \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"mailto:info@paulfrasercollectibles.com\"\u003einfo@paulfrasercollectibles.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paul Fraser Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46480918446305,"sku":"PT1625","price":1995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1645\/0221\/files\/GeorgeIVsignedmilitarydocumentPT1625.jpg?v=1750334128"},{"product_id":"king-george-v-queen-mary-of-teck-signed-photographs","title":"King George V and Queen Mary of Teck signed photographs","description":"\u003ch1\u003eA pair of antique Royal cabinet cards signed by King George V as Prince of Wales and Queen Mary of Teck.\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSigned by George V in the lower left corner of his portrait, and dated 1905.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSigned by Mary of Teck in the margin beneath her portrait.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe two signed cards have been mounted together for display, to an overall size of 16.5\" x 20\" (42.5 x 51cm).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn very good condition, with some wear and surface marks to mounts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA superb display piece for collectors of Royal history and memorabilia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFree global delivery. 28-day returns. Certificate of Authenticity and our Lifetime Moneyback Guarantee of Authenticity included.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"western\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder online, by phone +44 (0)1534 639 998, or via email \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"mailto:info@paulfrasercollectibles.com\"\u003einfo@paulfrasercollectibles.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paul Fraser Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46480918479073,"sku":"PT1626","price":1995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1645\/0221\/files\/GeorgeVQueenMarysignedphotos1PT1626.jpg?v=1750330400"},{"product_id":"charles-camilla-christmas-card-1","title":"2005 Charles III and Camilla-signed Christmas Card","description":"\u003ch1\u003eA Royal Christmas card with a printed greeting and photographic family portrait signed by King Charles III and Queen Consort Camilla in 2005 as Prince Charles and Camilla Duchess of Cornwall. \u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCard measures 15 x 40 cm open and is accompanied by its original envelope. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInscribed to Ian and Veronica by hand, followed by printed greeting (“Wishing you a very Happy Christmas and New Year”) over strong, clear signatures by Charles and Camilla in different pens. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMounted photograph shows Charles and Camilla on their wedding day earlier in the year (April 2005) with their children: Princes Harry and William and Laura and Tom Parker-Bowles.   \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is Charles and Camilla’s first Christmas greeting as a married couple, marking a significant milestone in the King and Queen’s life. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCharles married Lady Diana Spencer in 1981, making her Princess of Wales. Diana died in 1997 a year after her divorce from Charles. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCharles’ romantic relationship with Camilla (who married Andrew Parker-Bowles in 1973) pre-dated his marriage and continued through it. The couple went public with their relationship in a public appearance at the Ritz in 1999. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey were crowned King and Queen Consort on May 6, 2023.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFree global shipping. 28-day returns. Certificate of Authenticity and our Lifetime Moneyback Guarantee of Authenticity included.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder online, by phone +44 (0)1534 639 998, or via email info@paulfrasercollectibles.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paul Fraser Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46529914241249,"sku":"PT1619","price":1995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1645\/0221\/files\/PT1619CharlesIII_CamillaChristmasCard3.png?v=1754493971"},{"product_id":"king-charles-iii-and-queen-camilla-signed-2007-royal-christmas-card","title":"King Charles III and Queen Camilla signed 2007 Royal Christmas Card","description":"\u003ch1\u003eA superb 2007 Royal Christmas card signed by King Charles III and Queen Consort Camilla (then the Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall). \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eInside is a mounted colour portrait of the royal couple.\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe front of the card is embossed with the couple's royal emblems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe card is inscribed by Charles “To Ian and Veronica”, and neatly hand-signed by Charles and Camilla in black ink. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt measures 15 x 40cm when opened, and is in fine condition. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFree global delivery. 28-day returns. Certificate of Authenticity and our Lifetime Moneyback Guarantee of Authenticity included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder online, by phone +44 (0)1534 639 998, or via email info@paulfrasercollectibles.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paul Fraser Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46529915060449,"sku":"PT1620","price":1995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1645\/0221\/files\/CharlesIIIandCamillasigned2007ChristmasCardPT1620.jpg?v=1751476196"},{"product_id":"king-charles-iii-and-queen-camilla-signed-2014-royal-christmas-card","title":"King Charles III and Queen Camilla signed 2014 Royal Christmas Card","description":"\u003ch1\u003eA 2014 Royal Christmas card signed by King Charles III and Queen Consort Camilla. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eInside is a mounted colour portrait of the royal couple at the opening ceremony of the 2014 Invictus Games - the sporting tournament for injured and sick military veterans founded by Prince Harry.\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe front of the card is decorated with the couple's embossed royal emblems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe card is inscribed by Camilla to “Ray”, and neatly signed by Charles and Camilla in crisp black ink. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt measures 15 x 40cm when opened, and is in fine condition. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFree global delivery. 28-day returns. Certificate of Authenticity and our Lifetime Moneyback Guarantee of Authenticity included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder online, by phone +44 (0)1534 639 998, or via email info@paulfrasercollectibles.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paul Fraser Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46529916174561,"sku":"PT1621","price":1995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1645\/0221\/files\/CharlesIIIandCamillasigned2014ChristmasCardPT1621_6912e99a-d425-4084-8d0a-ca837d506fd0.jpg?v=1751632054"},{"product_id":"royal-children-george-v-queen-mary-signed-photograph","title":"Royal Children of George V Signed Photograph","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn incredibly rare and poignant posed Royal signed photograph of excellent quality shows \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eall six children of George V and Queen Mary around 1909. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA childhood moment that foreshadows some of the most dramatic decades in all British Royal history, this circa 1909 photograph shows and is signed by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdward, Albert, Mary, Henry, George and John.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTheir father became king in 1910. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoth Edward and Albert were to succeed him, Edward for only around a year as Edward VIII before his relationship with American divorcee Wallace Simpson caused the 1936 Abdication Crisis. His brother Albert became King George VI, father of Elizabeth II and grandfather of Charles III. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrince John died aged just 13 in 1919 and sets of these signatures are exceptionally rare. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClear, strong first-name only signatures on photograph affixed to a slightly larger mount, measuring 4.5\" by 3.75\" and in fine condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/mailchi.mp\/fc754de19097\/george-v-children-signed-photograph\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDiscover more about this rare photograph in our newsletter here today.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eFree global shipping. 28-day returns. Certificate of Authenticity and our Lifetime Moneyback Guarantee of Authenticity included.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder online, by phone +44 (0)1534 639 998, or via email info@paulfrasercollectibles.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paul Fraser Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46529935180001,"sku":"PT1658","price":12000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1645\/0221\/files\/GeorgeVchildrensignedphotoPT1658_e279e779-957d-44fe-a32c-a3b9faf551ec.jpg?v=1753955276"},{"product_id":"prince-philip-autograph-letter-signed-on-the-royal-children-i-must-say-they","title":"Prince Philip Handwritten Letter discussing The Royal Children","description":"\u003ch1\u003eA charming and personal double-sided, single-page handwritten family letter by Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, sent from HM Yacht Britannia, dated August 7, 1983. \u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 5.75” by 8.25” letter to “\u003cstrong\u003eCaroline\u003c\/strong\u003e” reads: \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e“Thank you, once again for coping with us all and making everything so easy and comfortable…The new decoration of the room is a great success. I can see that you are itching to get your hands on more of the house…It is really quite frightening to see how quickly the children grow. I must say they are a splendid pain! It was a marvellous moment when Charles suddenly realised that I was the person he had been watching driving the carriage!\" \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe item is in very fine condition and comes with its original mailing envelope (address covered in white-out).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, married Princess Elizabeth in 1947. In 1952, he became her consort when she became Queen Elizabeth II. He is the father of Charles III. Philip died, aged 99, in 2021. Born Prince Philip of Greece and Denmark he served in World War II in the Royal Navy. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis beautifully personal and humorous item offers a rare glimpse of the Royal Family as a private, close family group. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFree global shipping. 28-day returns. Certificate of Authenticity and our Lifetime Moneyback Guarantee of Authenticity included.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder online, by phone +44 (0)1534 639 998, or via email info@paulfrasercollectibles.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paul Fraser Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46553878266081,"sku":"PT1671","price":1995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1645\/0221\/files\/PrincePhilipAutographLetter1.jpg?v=1754495400"},{"product_id":"47-elizabeth-ii-philip-1958-elizabeth-r-morocco-leather-frame-with-easel","title":"Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip 1958 Signed Photograph","description":"\u003ch1\u003eA 1958 signed presentation portrait photograph of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh in Buckingham Palace. Philip wears naval uniform, the Queen wears formal attire and a gown. \u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe picture is signed clearly and boldly on the mount by the royal couple. It is presented in the original black Morocco leather frame with easel back, measuring 33 x 22.5cm. Please note the frame is unstuck at the base and the easel is detached.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe picture is from a series taken in October 1957 by Lord Snowdon, Anthony Armstrong-Jones. Armstrong-Jones married Princess Margaret, the Queen’s sister, in 1960. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe picture was in the collection of Admiral of the Fleet The Lord Lewin KG, GCB, LVO, DSC (1920-1999). It was given to him by Her Majesty when he was Commander of The Royal Yacht 'Britannia' in 1957-58. Lord Lewin served alongside Prince Philip in World War II, striking up a life-long friendship with him. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis beautifully presented, signed picture is a masterful portrait of a married couple. In 1958, Elizabeth had been on the throne for some six years and had two children, Charles and Anne. The photographer’s close connection to the couple helps to create an intimate, revealing portrait that is a very desirable display piece for Royal collectors. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mailchi.mp\/225eb3fadb1a\/queen-prince-philip-signed-photo-170925\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDiscover more about this beautiful photograph in our newsletter.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFree global shipping. 28-day returns. 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