Lot 128
Nelson, Horatio, 1st Viscount Nelson, 1st Duke of Bronté (1758-1805) Vice Admiral of the British Navy, famous for his service during the Napoleonic Wars. He was shot and killed by a French sniper during the Battle of Trafalgar (1805), his most famous victory. Holograph Address Leaf Signed "N&B" (Nelson and Bronte). Addressed to "William Pearce Esqr. [Chief Clerk of the Admiralty], Admiralty London." Red oval stamped cancellation, "7 o'Clock JA 1 1802 N.T." and black "2".
Estimated Value $1,500 - 1,800.
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