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Auction: 25023 - Tibet - The 'Bramley' Collection Part I
Lot: 102

Bhutan
King of Bhutan
1855 wrapper letter from the Sikkimese King of Bhutan to the Prime Minister of Nepal, Jung Bahadur seeking peace with Tibet, the outside bears a superb strike of his circular personal seal (24mm). An important letter, this includes, "...I would like to draw your attention with regard to the War with Tibet. Tibet's Lamas are very powerful in miracles that they may be harmful to your life. Moreover, His Holiness the Dalai Lama is the main object of worship by the Emperor of China. The latter might send Chinese troops in support of him. If it happens, you will definitely be defeated. ... a good justice will be done by the Chinese Resident Amban at Lhasa. Please call back your troops that have been sent earlier toward Tibet.. ". An important letter. Photo

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Estimate
£800 to £1,200

Starting price
£550