Last reigning monarch of the Hawaiian islands (1838–1917) who actively pursued the preservation of the islands for their native residents. In 1898, Liliuokalani was forced to give up her throne when Hawaii was annexed to the United States. ALS, two pages on two adjoining sheets of black-bordered mourning stationery, 4.5 x 7, March 23, 1899. Liliuokalani sends a letter of thanks for sympathies after the passing of her niece, Princess Victoria Kaiulani, her designated heir to the throne. In part: “In opening your kind note, your name brought back to my memory one so dear to me who often spoke of yours with love and affection…. I with to thank you for your kind words of love and sympathy. May I not hope that we may meet very soon and that you will call on me very soon….” Accompanied by the original mailing envelope addressed in Liliuokalani’s hand. In fine condition, with a mild shade of toning and a few light creases. RRAuction COA.
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