6/24/2012

Old German States Prussia - Autographs FREDERICK William II...







Old German States Prussia - Autographs


FREDERICK William II (1744-97), King of Prussia, nephew and successor of Frederick the Great. His lack of administrative ability caused Prussia to decline; he joined Austria in support of French Royalty banished during the French Revolution. Manuscript letter signed, in French, as King, 1/2 page, 4to, Berlin, March 4, 1797, to an author in praise of his latest book which has given the King much pleasure, fine Dealer Cherrystone Auction Auction Estimate price: 250.00 US$ (via Philasearch.com: Cherrystone: U.S., Worldwide Stamps and Postal History - item 13-A201206-213)






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