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x1 autograph of the late Queen Elizabeth II - HMQ-signed Buckingham Palace letterhead, to then Chief Wren Ms. Agnes McNabb, awarding a B.E.M. (British Empire Medal) for military service. Authenticity of signature guaranteed.
Signature is from June 1952 - evidence of which will be presented to buyer - making this signature of Her Majesty's one of the earliest ever examples of hers issued as part of the Queen's Birthday Honours (for 1952).
Included with HM-signed letter: original presentation box (addressed to C.W.); original Central Chancery envelope (also addressed to same); original cork board and x1 original 6x4 Fujicolor Crystal Archive Coronation photo of HMQ (included in envelope).
Signature can be perfectly removed + framed up with different document/image of your choosing were you to prefer. This will be one of the most impressive + rare autographs of the late HMQ to be found for sale anywhere
The passing of the late Queen Elizabeth II in 2022 was arguably the most cultural and historical milestone event in recent British history. QEII was the world's longest-reigning queen regnant; longest-serving female head of state; longest-serving current head of state from 13/10/2016 - 08/09/2022 (a near five-year record); oldest head of state in memorable history and second-longest-reigning monarch in history by verifiable dates, and Britain's longest-reigning + longest-lived monarch. Additional records from the second Elizabethan era incl. the late Queen remaining the sole head of state to open two Olympic Games in two countries + hers seeing the most Prime Ministers of any British reign (15). Her autograph is now among the rarest + most highly sought after collectables in the world.
Item would be a standout addition to any collection, or make for a stunning gift.
Supplementary evidence will be provided to buyer which counts as certification for the presented autograph of the Late Queen.
Will be sent registered + tracked, and will be safely packaged to prevent damage during transit.
Open to offers.
Thanks for your time, and please see my other QEII-related items.