Lot 6
(Hawaii - King Lunalilo) (1835-1874) Elected king by the Hawaiian legislature after King Kamehameha V died without naming a successor; he reigned 1872-1874. Sepia-toned, original 10" x 8" photograph of King Lunalilo by Chase, c. 1872. Very good. Printed on single-weight photographic paper; scattered foxing and a couple of edge scuffs. Lunalilo wanted to amend the constitution to give the people a greater voice and to improve Hawaii's economy, but he died of consumption after reigning just over a year.
Estimated Value $400 - 600.
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| Realized $426 |
