LS signed, “Sir my brother, Your Majesty’s Good Sister, Victoria M,” one page both sides, 7.5 x 9.25, July 4, 1859. Letter to, “My Good Brother,” newly-crowned Francis II, who ascended to the throne two months earlier, marked at the bottom, “Confidence.” In part: “I have elected The Honourable Henry George Elliot, who is now charged with a special mission at the Court of Your Majesty, to reside there in the Character of my Envoy Extraordinary and Minister Plenipotentiary. The long experience which I have had of Mr. Elliot’s talents and zeal for my service, assures me that the choice which I have made will be perfectly agreeable to your majesty, and that he will discharge the important duties of his mission in such a manner as to merit your approbation.” In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds. Accompanied by the original transmittal envelope. Elliot was appointed Minister in Naples in 1859. This was followed in 1863 by an appointement as Minister to the King of Italy, which lasted until 1867. Rare correspondence between two monarchs. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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