King of England from 1509 until his death in 1547, remembered for his role in the English Reformation, his six marriages (and his beheaded ex-wives), and his radical changes to the English Constitution. Rare vellum manuscript DS, signed “Henry R, By the King,” one page, 11.75 x 6.25, July 1516. Warrant ordering Lord Windsor, Keeper of the Great Wardrobe, to deliver articles of cloth, satin, and fabric to Sir Robert Dymoke for various clothing items, including multiple tunics. In fine condition. An unusually bold and clean document from King Henry VIII, signed in the seventh year of his reign. His autograph is rare and highly sought in any form.
Sir Robert Dymoke (d. 1546) was the King's Champion at the coronations of Richard III, Henry VII, and Henry VIII. The role of the Champion is to ride into Westminster Hall at the coronation banquet and challenge all comers who might impugn the King's title. Dymoke distinguished himself at the Siege of Tournai in 1513, and became the King's Treasurer under Henry VIII.
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