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  • Lot# : 1434 Romania

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    1914 (Oct 28): Telegram from Queen Marie of Romania addressed to Mrs. Spender Clay (née Pauline Astor) at Ford Manor, Lingfield, UK which was later used as a Military convalescent Hospital for US forces from 1917, with the message in Queen Marie's own hand reading: "By mistake your Telegram came to Queen Elizabeth. Thank you Pauline dear. These are hard times. Hope John is safe. Marie". Handstamped with circular 'Serviciul A.S.R. Principelui Romaniei' at base in black with times of sending (5, Buc 28/10. 10.40) in manuscript in Bucharest. Rare.rnrnrn 
    Starting bid : 300 CHF
    Hammer price : 300 CHF