Lot 27
(Hawaii) Severance H.W. Autograph Letter Signed "H.W. Severance" as American Consul in Hilo, 2pp, 7½"x5", n.p., ca. 1870. Fair; several worm holes; some chipping in margins and second page split at center fold, affecting signature. To His Majesty Kamehameha V, in part: "Will your Majesty please accept the box of Cal. apples & the ham….I see by the Honolulu papers you were in good health….This state has gone for the Copperhead party….I sincerely hope your Majesty may enjoy long life & good health…." Severance was present at the overthrow of Queen Liliuokalani in 1893.
Estimated Value $200 - 300.
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