King of England. The only British monarch to abdicate because he could not be King "Without the help and support of the woman he loved" namely Wallis Simpson, an American divorcee. After his abdication , Edward became Duke of Windsor and carried through his intended marriage. Small sterling silver teaspoon with the royal seal. Purchased from the Christie's Rome auction for items belonging to the Duke and Duchess of Windsor.
Inventory Number: 13233
Last Shah of Iran, who was a close ally of the US from FDR's administration to the Carter administration. He left his country in 1978 due to a revolution led by Khomeini which overthrew his dynasty. Died in exile. Scarce signature, 12 mo, in ink on white paper: "M.R. Pahlavi." Rare.
Inventory Number: 1657
Napoleon III carte-de-vistie. Emperor of France. Legend has it Napoleon III in 1859 en route with his troops to Italy, stopped at Disdéri’s Paris studio to have his portrait taken. Seizing the opportunity, Disdéri sold thousands of copies. Almost overnight a new CDV fad was born. The studios of Paris, not only Disdéri’s, were besieged by patrons who wished to have their pictures taken in the new style. 2.5x4", Upper body image of Bonaparte wearing military regalia.
Inventory Number: 11562
