King of France (born 1551), the son of Henry II and Catherine de Medici, who reigned from 1574 until his assassination in 1589. LS in Old French, signed “Henry,” one page, 9.25 x 14, 1579. Untranslated letter to “Mon Cousin,” signed at the conclusion by Henry, with a countersignature near bottom of page. Reverse bears an address panel to “Mon Cousin, le Cardinal.” In good condition, with intersecting folds, with a horizontal fold through tops of a couple letters of signatures, repairs on reverse to partial and complete fold separations, scattered toning, soiling, and dampstaining, tear to bottom edge, edge wear and creases, and a few small areas of paper loss. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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