The last Catholic monarch to reign over the Kingdom of England, the Kingdom of Scotland, the Kingdom of Ireland, crowned in 1685. Some of his subjects distrusted his religious policies and alleged despotism, leading a group of them to depose him in the Glorious Revolution. Partly-printed DS, signed “James R,” one page, 6 x 3.5, June 20, 1692. Unissued military appointment “to be a Cornett to that Troop of Horse,” signed at the top by the king. In very good condition, with two vertical folds, scattered light toning and soiling, and a couple pencil notations. The paper seal is intact. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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