Lot 448
Henry VII (1457-1509). King of England. After becoming King, Henry married Elizabeth of York, thereby uniting the houses of York and Landcaster, becoming the first Tudor King. An active and able administrator, Henry quelled two rebellions, and often encouraged royal marriages to strengthen the monarchy and maintain peace. He also began the move towards royal absolutism, or the belief in the divine right of kings.
Manuscript Document. One page, quarto, Greenwich, February 14, n.y. Being a testemonial. To Sir Edward Poynings, Comptroller of the Household and Lord Warden of the Cinque Ports. In brown ink. Stamped with Henry VII's black woodcut signature. Obviously clipped from a larger document, rough right edge, with two small losses, folds verso, and toning. Partially mounted. Stamped signature is clear and bold.
Here the King cites a formal complaint, made by two gentlemen of Holland, in a testimony under the town's seal. The pair claim that seven lasts and eight barrels of herring were taken from them at sea by the Mayor of Faversham. The Comptroller of the Household is consequently commanded to request immediate restitution of the fish, allowing the unfortunate victims to sell it, thereby earning their intended profits. In addition, the Mayor is required to face the King regarding this matter.
Estimated Value $1,500 - 2,000.
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