The last Catholic monarch (1633-1701) to reign over the Kingdoms of England, Scotland, and Ireland, crowned in 1685. Vellum manuscript DS, signed “James R,” one page, 14 x 10.5, March 10, 1691. Unissued appointment "to be Captain of a Troope in that Regiment of Horse, whereof our Right Trusty and Right wellbeloved Cousin William Marquess of Mountgomery is Collonell." The commission provides instructions: "You are therefore to take the said Troope into your care and in Arms, and to doe your utmost Endeavour to keepe them in good Order and Disciplin." Signed at the head by King James II and at countersigned at the foot by John Drummond, 1st Earl of Melfort. The embossed paper seal affixed to the upper left remains intact. In fine condition, with the signature a bit light but legible.
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