Lot 22
(Hawaii) Kamehameha IV (1834-1863) During his reign, Kamehameha IV was concerned about the decimation of his subjects by disease; he signed a law setting up a hospital in Honolulu for sick and destitute Hawaiians. He and Queen Emma solicited funds to erect Queen's Hospital in downtown Honolulu. The Anglican Church was also established in Hawaii during his reign; the King translated the Book of Common Prayer into Hawaiian.
Partly-printed Document Signed as King, 2 pp, 15¼"x9¾", Honolulu, 1858 Mar. 29, 1858. Very good. Overall toning and light dampstaining on the side away from the King's signature. Land Deed No. 3966, written in Hawaiian and boldly signed by King Kamehameha. Witnessed by Kaahumanu, an important high chief and minister to the King, below a clear, embossed seal of the Kingdom. Survey measures and map are on the verso.
Estimated Value $1,500 - 2,000.
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