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Great Marsh: The Collection of a Virginia Gentleman

Sat, Jun 13, 2015 09:00AM EDT - Sun, Jun 14, 2015 09:00AM EDT
Lot 72

Abolition of the Monarchy

Estimate: $2,500 - $4,500

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An Act for the Abolishing the Kingly Office in England, Ireland folio-size printed document announcing the abolition of the monarchy and the beheading of King Charles I, London: printed for Edward Husband, March 19, 1648, Charles I was proclaimed King by the Scots, but in England the present Act was passed immediately to abolish the monarchy and disallow any proclamation of a successor, 19-1/2 x 11 in.; black and gilt frame measuring 31-3/4 x 24-1/2 in., very good with evidence of folds, part of the margin has been excised, not affecting the text, some foxing in the lower half. Notes: Brunk Auctions provides condition reports as a courtesy to our clients and assumes no liability for any error or omission. Descriptions are our opinions and should in no way be construed as a guarantee of any kind as to age, condition, materials or any other feature of items being sold. No statement written or oral made by the auctioneer shall be deemed a warranty or assumption of liability by Brunk Auctions or by any seller represented by Brunk Auctions. We are happy to provide additional photographs to aid in your decision. We do not give refunds.. Provenance: Tharpe Collection

Condition

very good with evidence of folds, part of the margin has been excised, not affecting the text, some foxing in the lower half

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