King of France (born 1638) from 1643 until his death in 1715, known as the 'Sun King' for the glittering splendor of his court at Versailles and the unparalleled glory of France during his 72–year reign. Rare ALS in French, signed “Louis,” one page, 6.25 x 8.5, August 31, 1686. Rare handwritten letter announcing the birth of his third grandson, Charles of France, Duke of Berry, the son of Louis, Dauphin of France, and Marie Anne Victoire of Bavaria. In full (translated): "My cousin, the birth of a third grandson, which my daughter, the Dauphine, gave me, is such an agreeable news for such a good kinswoman as you are, and, as close as you are to me, I would like to share it with you as I am actually doing by handwriting this letter by good heart, that is assuring to you all the affection I feel for your person, and is answering perfectly for all of your affection you have to me and for mine. I pray to God for what he does to protect you, my cousin, in his holy and worthy guard." In fine condition. A remarkably well-preserved example and one of few ALSs we have offered. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.
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