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Auction: 323 - The Numismatic Collector's Series Sale
Lot: 1371

Collins, Wilkie (1824-1889). A friend and travelling companion of Charles Dickens, and the first writer of full-length crime stories. ALS, one page, 8vo. 90 Gloucester Place, W. June 5, 1874. To "Dear Sir" sending thanks for an invitation. "…I fear I have no alternative but to accept your apologies." Traces of mounting. Minor soiling. A small piece is missing from the return address, otherwise good. Also included is a Cabinet Card by Sarony of Wilkie Collins, half length.

From the collection of Diana Herzog.

Sold for
$150