The last czar of Russia (born 1868) who reigned from 1894 to his abdication in 1917. In the wake of the Russian Revolution, Nicholas, Empress Alexandra, and their children were imprisoned and finally executed on July 17, 1918. Though the ultimate fate of the Romanovs—and the putative survival of Princess Anastasia in particular—became the stuff of legend, recent research has confirmed that the executions were indeed carried out, and that the remains were soaked in acid and burned. Partly printed DS, in Russian, one page both sides, 8.5 x 14, May 24, 1914. An official decree bestowing honorary titles on several recipients. A touch of mild handling wear, otherwise fine, clean condition. R&R COA.
