Letizia Bonaparte's Hair Lock in Silver Gilt Case

Silver gilt cased lock of hair from Letizia Bonaparte, mother…
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Silver gilt cased lock of hair from Letizia Bonaparte, mother of Napoleon I. Presented to her younger Son, Louis Bonaparte, King of Holland, in 1831. Contained within a crystal case and in original silk lined leather case, monogrammed 'Lb' to cover. Including an inscription verso in the hand of Valerie Masuyer, lady in waiting etc. Provenance: Count Louis de Castelvecchio 1826-1869; thence by direct descent to current owner - private collection, ACT.

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  • Verso - Verso is the "back" side of a sheet of paper, art work, coin or medal. The front side is "recto".