CHARLES HOWICK, SECOND EARL GREY (1764-1845), FIRST LORD OF THE ADMIRALTY (1806): AUTOGRAPH LETTER, 29TH JULY 1806
which accompanied the small naval gold medal for Trafalgar awarded to Captain Rotheram: “His Majesty having been graciously pleased to order medals to be given to the Captains commanding Line of Battle Ships in the action of the 21st October 1805, as a mark of his royal approbation of so distinguished a Service”; two pages with draft of Rotheram’s reply
Provenance: Captain Edward Rotheram (1753-1830) and thence by descent.
Sold for £868
Estimated at £300 - £500
(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)
Condition Report
good condition, minor foxing on folds
We are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of this property. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Charles Miller Ltd is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD “AS IS” IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE.
CHARLES HOWICK, SECOND EARL GREY (1764-1845), FIRST LORD OF THE ADMIRALTY (1806): AUTOGRAPH LETTER, 29TH JULY 1806
which accompanied the small naval gold medal for Trafalgar awarded to Captain Rotheram: “His Majesty having been graciously pleased to order medals to be given to the Captains commanding Line of Battle Ships in the action of the 21st October 1805, as a mark of his royal approbation of so distinguished a Service”; two pages with draft of Rotheram’s reply
Provenance: Captain Edward Rotheram (1753-1830) and thence by descent.
Auction: Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Untiring), 27th Apr, 2021
Mercantile (Sail) 1-123
Mercantile (Steam) 124-166
Naval (Sail) 170-252
Naval (Steam) 255-339
Navigational & Scientific Instruments 340-395
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