Third person ALS signed “The Queen” in the text, one page both sides on black-bordered stationery, 4.5 x 7, personal letterhead, no date [ca. 1889]. Third-person letter to General Gardiner. In full: “The Queen wishes to congratulate General Gardiner on this, his 70th birthday which makes him just 7 months younger than herself—& she hopes he will accept this accompanying photograph of herself & her best wishes for many happy returns of the day.” In fine condition. Accompanied by an original unsigned carte-de-visite of the Queen by Cundall, Downes & Co. of London. RR Auction COA.
