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The Only British Prime Minister of Jewish Birth
DISRAELI, Benjamin (1804-1881). British Prime Minister, served two terms (1868 & 1874-1880). Novelist, favorite of Queen Victoria. He established a strong foreign policy, consolidated the Empire and instituted many social reforms. Purchased for the British Government the Khedive’s interest in the Suez Canal. Portion of an envelope addressed and dated, “London, Jan. 11, 1838, Wm. Finch, Great Barr, Birmingham” in his hand. Signed “B.Disraeli” near the lower left corner. Rubber stamp “Free’ postmark top right of cover. Envelope affixed to a larger portion of an album page. Together with a postcard portrait of Benjamin Disraeli. A fine combination for framing..................................$275.00
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