British monarch (1630–1685) who ushered in the Restoration of 1660 and ruled until his death. Manuscript DS, signed “Charles R,” one page, 8.75 x 10.75, June 14, 1673. King Charles directs Paymaster General Stephen Fox to “Pay unto our deare and intirely beloved…James Duke of Monmouth…the sume of two thousand and fifty nyne Pounds, Eight Shillings.” Signed at the top of the document by King Charles II and countersigned on the reverse by Monmouth to confirm receipt of the funds. Double-matted and framed with an engraved portrait to an overall size of 20.5 x 17.5, with a window on the reverse for viewing Monmouth’s signature. In very good condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), scattered soiling, and a few small edge tears. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.
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