WINDSOR, EDWARD; DUKE OF. 4 Typed Letters Signed, "Edward," to yacht captain Peter...

WINDSOR, EDWARD; DUKE OF. 4 Typed Letters Signed, "Edward," to yacht captain Peter Nilsen, sending a letter of recommendation, recommending Captain Nilsen, thanking for conveying the interest of a potential buyer in the Duke's yacht, and thanking for welcoming him to America. Each 1 page, small 4to, "Government House" or personal stationery; some chipping to last with residue of cello tape repairs, folds. One with the original envelope. Vp, 1944-46

Estimate $400 - 600

12 March 1944: ". . . The Duchess and I are both very sorry to lose you as Master of the 'GEMINI' . . . . We are entirely satisfied with the manner in which you have carried out your duties on board . . . ."
29 November 1946: ". . . It certainly is good to be back after more than a year spent in wartorn Europe. Although we have no definite plans for the winter as yet, I would not be surprised that we shall find out way down to Florida . . . ."
With--Christmas card from the Duke and Duchess to Captain Nilsen, unsigned. 2 pages, 12mo, folded sheet. With the original envelope. New York, 19 December 1948 [from postmark] * Two typed letters from the Duke's secretary Jean Hardcastle-Taylor to Captain Nilsen concerning bills or payments. Each 1 page, small 4to or oblong 12mo. Nassau, 14 June 1944; Np, nd * Typed retained draft of a letter from Captain Nilsen to the Duke thanking for the Christmas card. 1 page, 4to. Miami, 13 January 1947.

Price Realized (with Buyer's Premium) $688