Lesseps, Ferdinand de (1805-1894) autograph letter signed Suez Canal stationer

  

French diplomat and later developer of the Suez Canal, which in 1869 joined the Mediterranean and Red Seas, substantially reducing sailing distances and times between Europe and East Asia. 8.25 x 10.5 inch, Compagnie Universelle du Canal Maritime de Suez letterhead, 1862 June 4. Untranslated letter to Madame la Comtesse de Bourzac.

In fine condition, with intersecting folds and scattered light creasing. Uncommon on Suez Canal stationery. COMES WITH A CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY BY ANDREAS WIEMER HISTORICAL AUTOGRAPHS.

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1. Autograph Authentication: Andreas Wiemer Historical Autographs COA
2. Signed: Yes
3. Original/Reproduction: Original
4. Signed by: Lesseps, Ferdinand de