Lot 395
Elizabeth I (1533-1603) Considered by many to be the greatest monarch in English history; her reign (1558-1603) is referred to as The Golden Age of England. Letter Signed "Elizabeth R" as Queen of England, one page, 12 1/8 x 8 1/8 in., June 20, 1566. Light toning, else fine. To Sir Henry Sydney (1529-1586), Knight and Lord Deputy of Ireland (1565-1571), recording the receipt of gifts from the Marquis de Soria (Fernando Alvarez de Toledo), a nobleman of Spain, in exchange for allegiance to the crown. Elizabeth notes that the Marquis of Soria had hitherto been the recipient of gifts including hawks and dogs from "our late father of famous memorie King Henry VIII." She acknowledges receipt of perfumed gloves from the Marquis and promises that he will, in turn, continue to receive such gifts from her. Letters by Elizabeth I mentioning her father, Henry VIII, by name are exceedingly rare.
Estimated Value $25,000 - 35,000.
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| Realized $30,250 |
