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The Eclectic Collector · 17 September 2016
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1921 (December 8) Michael Collins autograph signature
On London and North Western Railway, Holyhead, Kingstown & Dublin Express Steamers notepaper, signed
in pencil, ‘Miceal O’Coilean - 8/12/1921’. Written on the mailboat from Holyhead to Dun Laoghaire during his
journey back from London after the signing of The Treaty two days previously. A rare memento of this momentous
event in Irish history.
8½ x 5in. (21.59 x 12.70cm)
Estimate €2000-€3000 £1,710-£2,560
Large Image & Place Bid Lot 102