Description: JANE FRANKLIN. Jane Franklin (1791-1875) was the wife of John Franklin, the Royal Navy officer and Arctic explorer who discovered the Northwest Passage, but perished, along with his entire crew, during his third and final expedition. Jane sponsored several expeditions to determine his fate. PARTIAL AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED BY JANE FRANKLIN HOSTING AN EVENT WITH THE QUEEN OF GREECE TO RAISE MONEY FOR FRANCIS LEOPOLD MCCLINTOCK’S EXPEDITION TO DISCOVER THE FATE OF HER HUSBAND, JOHN FRANKLIN Partial autograph letter signed by, “Jane Franklin,” planning to travel to Athens, Greece: “to span. We leave town for Athens within an hour to be back I hope in Septer. Your very sincerely.” Jane hosted an event with the Queen of Greece to raise money for Francis Leopold McClintock’s expedition to determine the fate of Franklin and his crew. Contains one page on black-bordered mourning stationery, measures 3.5 by 1.375 inches, and in very fine condition with light soiling and having been attached to a larger piece of paper.
Price: 375 USD
Location: Spartanburg, South Carolina
End Time: 2024-11-17T22:27:52.000Z
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money back or replacement (buyer's choice)
Industry: Historical
Signed by: Jane Franklin
Signed: Yes
Autograph Authentication: Guaranteed to pass PSA/DNA, JSA, or Beckett
Original/Reproduction: Original
Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom
