Third-person ALS, signed within the text, “Lord Nelson,” one page, 7.25 x 7.25, March 27, 1803. Letter regretfully declining a dinner invitation on behalf of himself and Sir William Hamilton, the husband of Nelson's mistress Emma Hamilton. In full: "Lord Nelson is very sorry that it is not in his power to dine with Mr. Willet on April 2nd as he is going into the country with Sir Will'm Hamilton if he is well enough to be moved, this reason will also plead Sir Will'ms apologies." Affixed to a slightly larger card and in fine condition, with trimmed edges and light soiling. William Hamilton was certainly not "well enough to be moved"—he died ten days later at his house in Piccadilly. A boldly penned, desirable letter connecting Nelson to the Hamiltons.
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