Daughter of King George V and Queen Mary (1897–1965). ALS signed “Mary,” one page both sides, 4.75 x 7.25, Buckingham Palace letterhead, November 30, 1916. Letter to Eva. In part: “Mama thanks you so much for the cheque; she is glad you like the idea of the book. It is indeed very sad about poor Aunt Augusta [Princess Augusta of Cambridge, granddaughter of King George III]. The latest news of her is that she is getting weaker though she is still conscious.” In fine condition. Six British monarchs reigned during Princess Mary's lifetime: Queen Victoria (her great-grandmother), Edward VII (her grandfather), George V (her father), Edward VIII and George VI (her brothers), and Elizabeth II (her niece). RR Auction COA.
