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A manuscript letter from the Duke of Wellington, addressed to his elder brother, Richard Wellesley, 1st Marquess Wellesley (1760-1842), regarding the seal of Tipu Sultan and its presentation as a gift to Queen Victoria London, 'at night', dated 8th April 1842

A manuscript letter from the Duke of Wellington, addressed to his elder brother, Richard Wellesley, 1st Marquess Wellesley (1760-1842), regarding the seal of Tipu Sultan and its presentation as a gift to Queen Victoria London, 'at night', dated 8th April 1842 - offered by Bonhams, London. The…

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CategoryFine Art

LocationLondon

StatusON POINT

SaleOPENS NOV 11, 2026

Lot#195

Auction houseBonhams

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A manuscript letter from the Duke of Wellington, addressed to his elder brother, Richard Wellesley, 1st Marquess Wellesley (1760-1842), regarding the seal of Tipu Sultan and its presentation as a gift to Queen Victoria London, 'at night', dated 8th April 1842

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