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1861-1877

Robinson, Henry, fl. 1827-1872

Engraving

Title: William, First Earl of Craven

One engraving entitled "William, First Earl of Craven" circa 1861-1877. Portrait of William Craven dressed in armor. Engraved by Henry Robinson. Caption notes "OB. 1697" (Possibly notes the death date of William, First Earl of Craven). Caption notes, "from the original of Honthorst, in the collection of the Right Honorable The Earl of Craven."

GLC08878.0251

1680/05/24

James, Duke of York, fl. 1680

Manuscript signed

Title: Appointment of John Levin to be the agent and servant in New York

James Duke of York appointed John Levin to be his agent and servant in New York, and to inquire about rents, profits, and other similar matters.

GLC03107.04858

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