Czarevitch (1843–1865), the son of Alexander II and Maria Alexandrovna,who died of a bronchial ailment at the age of 21. Scarce ALS in Russian, signed “Niksa,” on both sides of a decoratively embossed lavender 5 x 8 sheet, July 5, 1857. Nicholas writes to his mother, Czarina Maria Alexandrovna, sending congratulations on her name day and expressing regret that other family members will not be with her. In fine condition. R&R COA.
