Frederick III. (1831-1888) Autograph note as Emperor during the 99 days

Was German Emperor and King of Prussia for 99 days in 1888, the Year of the Three Emperors. Friedrich Wilhelm Nikolaus Karl, known informally as Fritz, was the only son of Emperor William I.

And was raised in his family's tradition of military service. Although celebrated as a young man for his leadership and successes during the Second Schleswig, Austro-Prussian and Franco-Prussian wars.

One of the conversation slips of the terminally ill emperor, written during the 99 days. Autograph note unsigned "1 ½ Stunden nach Tisch fest eingeschlafen".

4.5 x 4.0 inch, June 1888, written in pencil. Mounted on a thin sheet with information about the Emperor and the autograph. Uneven lower edge, small repaired tear, else good condition. Autographs during the 99 days are exceedingly rare. COMES WITH A CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY BY ANDREAS WIEMER HISTORICAL AUTOGRAPHS.

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Autograph Authentication: Andreas Wiemer Historical Autographs COA
Signed: Yes
Original/Reproduction: Original
Signed by: Frederick III.