Royalty
HÉLÈNE
(Princess of Waldeck, 1861-1922, wife of Leopold, 1853-1884, 1st Duke of Albany, son of Queen Victoria)]
Autograph Letter Signed to Mr Russell,
thanking him for his good wishes for my young couple, who make this house bright with their happiness, she little dreamed how fateful this summer's neighbourhood of Hampton Court would be, but I am content!, crowned 'H', 2 sides 3½ x 4½, Claremont, 13th November
Item Date: 1903
Background
The Princess's only daughter Alice (1883-1981) married Prince Alexander of Teck (1874-1957, Queen Mary's Brother, from 1917 Earl of Athlone) on 10th February 1904.
light shadow of former guard on side 1 touching two letters and some sunning without loss
Stock No. 53952