Lot 49
George IV (1762-1830) King of Great Britain and Ireland (1820-1830); when his father, George III, became permanently incapacited, he served as Prince Regent from 1811-1820. He was known for his extravagant, debauched life-style. DS ("George R") as King, 1 p plus integral leaf, 12½" x 8½", n.p., n.d. (docket is dated 1820 Aug. 31). Fine; light toning and three small tape repairs on blank, inside pages. George IV signs and writes "approv'd" to the request that the 73rd Regiment be allowed to return from Ceylon to Europe, and that the 81st Regiment be moved from Ireland to Nova Scotia to relieve the 15th, "which latter Corps has been nearly sixteen years abroad."
Estimated Value $350 - 450.
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