$369
George III of the United Kingdom (1738-1820) Signed Military Commission, 8 June 1798. Single sheet of laid paper, sealed and stamped, with George III's large signature in the top left corner, recto; inscribed on both sides and countersigned by William Henry Cavendish-Bentinck, 3rd Duke of Portland (1738-1809) on the verso. Appointing John Humble as Ensign in the Regiment of the Bank of England Volunteers. Old folds, some toning, 12 1/4 x 8 in. This military group was formed in 1798 to protect the bank against a Napoleonic invasion. In 1798, the Duke of Portland was Home Secretary.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2014-05-31