Lot n° 518
Estimation :
150 - 200
EUR
James Silk BUCKINGHAM, English traveler. (1786 - 1855). Auto - Lot 518
James Silk BUCKINGHAM, English traveler. (1786 - 1855). Autograph letter signed from Hôtel Wagram, 26 rue de Rivoli, December 2 (1830), (to THIERS.), in French. 4 pages in-8°. "Monsieur, My departure for England is fixed for Friday December 3, and if it would be possible for you to give me an idea, if my proposal of FREE EXCHANGE for 25 Millions of value in English and French goods will be welcomed by the Minister of Finance or not."... He asks him not to delay in saying a few words to Mr. LAFFITTE, who knows him personally. If this proposal seems worthy of acceptance. Buckingham will communicate all the details, if not, he will wait for a happier time, if ever."
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