Emperor Wilhelm II - an autograph and portrait photo Folded double sheet, patent for major for Captain von Buttler in the 2nd East Prussian Grenadier Regiment No. 3, dated Stettin, September 17, 1887 with the addition "Vollzogen den 10. Juli. 1888.", including the handwritten ink signature of Wilhelm II and the blind embossed seal. With a large portrait photo (dimensions approx. 29 x 22 cm) of the Emperor in exile as a full-length portrait, seated on a park bench, with his stamp signature at bottom left. Signs of use and age. Early autograph of Kaiser Wilhelm II, who reigned from 1888. Condition: II

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