Revered monarch of Siam (1804–1868) best known as the king in the musical The King and I. Printed statement expressing thanks for condolences offered upon the death of his son, one page, 4 x 5.5, July 30, 1867, signed in the lower border in crisp black ink, “SPP Mongkut RS.” In part: “The old bereaved mournful father of the lamented Prince Nooyai Nobhawongse Krom Mu’n Mahesuarsivavilas, begs to express his sincere thanks to all the Consuls and Consular Officers, in the Consulates of the various Foreign Nations in Treaty Power with Siam, and the Captains and Commanders of vessels under the Siamese flag and foreign flags, who have lowered their flags; showing their condoling sign in respect and regard to the deceased prince and his bereaved mournful royal father.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds and light overall wrinkling. Accompanied by the original transmittal envelope, addressed to the consul of Siam in Berlin. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.
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