Lot 172
George III (1738-1820) King of England and Ireland and as of 1801, of the United Kingdom; best known for being King when the American colonies won independence. Manuscript document signed "George R" as King, one page, 10½ x 18½ in., Court at St. James, June 26, 1788. In part: "Whereas it hath been usual to allow a Number of fictitious Names on the Muster Rolls of our two Troops of Horse Guards, and two Troops of Horse Grenadier Guards…in order to increase the allowance of the Pay of the several officers of said Troops…to enable them to maintain their rank…and for…purposes mentioned in our Royal Grandfather's Warrants….Our Will and pleasure now is, that the same fictitious names shall no longer be allowed…." He authorizes another means by which the troops will be able to maintain the allowance they are presently paid. Trimmed closely at left margin, affecting a few letters of text; top horizontal fold is separated, and a few marginal chips. The large, bold signature is at upper left. Matted with a large descriptive plaque, images of George III and George Washington, and a small printed statement about the American Revolution and framed to an overall size of 32 x 28 in. Estimated Value $600 - 800
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