Lot 512
King George III's Prime Ministers. With only a few omissions, here we offer a group of George III's Prime Ministers -- men who were leaders during the American and French Revolutions, during the Regency crises and through the numerous political and social upheavals which arose during George's long reign.
1. Pelham-Holles, Thomas [Duke of Newcastle] and Frederick, Lord North. Signatures ("Duke of Newcastle" and "North" ). One page, 3 x 8", n.p., n.d. Section taken from larger document, there is an uneven edge at the left, mounting residue on verso, soil at edge of "D". Otherwise, very good to fine condition. 2. Grenville, William Wyndham [Baron Grenville]. Autograph Letter Signed ("Grenville"). One page, octavo, London, March 4, 1806. To an unidentifiable Baronet. Docketed on verso. Minor toning. Fine condition. 3. Watson-Wentworth, Charles [Marquess of Rockingham]. Autograph Letter Signed ("Lord Rockingham"). One page, quarto, Wimbledon, April 17, 1778. Lord Rockingham presents his compliments to Mr. Stanhope. Ink somewhat faded, minor fold separation, in fair to good condition. 4. Fitzroy, Augustus Henry [Duke of Grafton]. Autograph Letter Signed ("Grafton"). Autograph Letter Signed. One page, London, February 18, 1769. To Joshua Sharpe, Esq. Toning at edges, otherwise, fine condition. 5. Bentinck, William Henry Cavendish [Duke of Portland]. Autograph Letter Signed ("P"). As Prime Minister. One page, large octavo, n. p., August 1808. Unknown addressee. Docketed on verso. Ink somewhat faded, otherwise, fine condition. 6. Pitt, William. Autograph Letter Signed ("Wm Pitt"). One page, 7 x 4", n.p., n.d. To Viscount Addington. Some discoloration at the far right side of the note, some of it over, but not notably obscuring, the signature. Mounted on heavy stock, the note is in good condition. 7. Addington, Henry [Viscount Sidmouth]. Autograph Letter Signed ("Henry Addington"). As Prime Minister. One page, large octavo, London, May 31, 1801. Docketed on verso. Toning at edges, minor foxing. Overall, very good to fine condition. 8. Perceval, Spencer. Document Signed ("Sp. Perceval"). As Prime Minister. Partially printed, accomplished in manuscript. One page, small quarto, London, February 24, 1810. Being an appointment for Thomas Kidd to the position of Tidewaiter in the Port of Irvine. Horizontal folds, one of which crosses, but does not distort the signature, strengthening restoration on verso and minor soiling along the right edge. Very good condition.
A variety of material, primarily dealing with political affairs: appointing a new bishop, issuing a warrant of baronetage, placing a name into the Commissions List and voicing concern over Parliamentary actions.
Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,500.
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