Lot 68
Churchill, Sir Winston S (1874-1965) British statesman; best remembered for his brilliant leadership as prime minister of the UK during World War II. Typed Letter Signed ("Winston S. Churchill") as president of the Board of Trade, on stationery engraved, "Board of Trade, Whitehall Gardens. S.W.," one page, 5¾ x 4¼ in., Feb. 24, 1909. To "Dear Herbert," saying "I have your letter of the 19th, suggesting Mr. Stoneham for appointment to the Thames Conservancy, and I will bear your recommendation in mind…." Archivally matted and framed with a photo of Churchill as a young statesman (by J. Russell & Sons) signed in print in the lower border, and with two Churchill crowns (minted in 1965), one showing Queen Elizabeth II and the other showing Churchill on the obverse. Overall size is 4½ x 17¾ in.
Estimated Value $2,000 - 3,000.
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| Realized $1,500 |
