King William IV Autographs, Memorabilia & Collectibles
KING WILLIAM IV
Born: August 21, 1765 in Buckingham House, London, England, United Kingdom
Died: August 21, 1837 in St George's Chapel, Windsor, England, United Kingdom
Prince William Henry (1765-1837), the third son of King George III, reigned as King William IV from 1830 until his death. Since his older brothers, including King George IV, predeceased him without legitimate offspring, he inherited the throne, becoming the last Hanoverian monarch of England. William, who himself had 10 illegitimate children, also died without an official heir, resulting in the accession of his niece, Queen Victoria. As a young officer in the Royal Navy, the future king served in New York during the American Revolution, where George Washington authorized a plot to kidnap him, if this could be done "without offering insult or indignity." Serving in the West Indies, he formed a lifelong friendship with Lord Horatio Nelson. In 1789, King George III made William the Duke of Clarence reluctantly, fearing that his reform-minded son would be a vote against him in the House of Lords. William forced his royal father's hand by threatening to run for the House of Commons, a threat which appalled the King. As a member of the House of Lords, William - now the Duke of Clarence - generally supported reform measures, with one notable exception: he supported slavery and the slave trade. Despite his naval background, and despite being made a titular Lord High Admiral, William unsuccessfully sought active duty during the Napoleonic Wars; his early opposition to war with France probably prevented this, although he later supported the conflict. William IV proved a popular monarch, noted for shunning pomp and ceremony. His reign saw the passage, with his support, of the Reform Act of 1832, expanding the British electorate, and also - despite his earlier opposition - the ending of the slave trade.
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KING WILLIAM IV - AUTOGRAPH - HFSID 85831Slip of paper signed by King William IV as Duke of Clarence, inscribed with "Clarence." He was the last Hanoverian monarch of England, reigning from 1830 until his death in 1837, known for supporting the Reform Act of 1832 and ending the slave trade.
Price: $500.00
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KING WILLIAM IV - AUTOGRAPH - HFSID 100593Page signed by King William IV, featuring the signature "William R". The monarch, reigning from 1830 until his death in 1837, supported significant reforms during his rule, including the Reform Act of 1832 and the ending of the slave trade.
Sale Price $425.00
$500.00
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KING WILLIAM IV - AUTOGRAPH ENVELOPE SIGNED - HFSID 159278Envelope signed and hand-addressed by William as Duke of Clarence to "Griffinhofe Esq.", featuring an intact red wax seal. Signed with "Clarence." William IV, the last Hanoverian monarch, supported both reform measures and slavery during his reign.
Price: $900.00
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KING WILLIAM IV - AUTOGRAPH LETTER FRAGMENT SIGNED - HFSID 257046Handwritten letter fragment signed "William R" as king of the United Kingdom, addressed "Dear Sir, Yours truly". Much of the letter is illegible. William IV, the last Hanoverian monarch, reigned from 1830 until his death in 1837.
Price: $1,400.00
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KING WILLIAM IV - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED - HFSID 88101Letter handwritten and signed by King William IV as Duke of Clarence, expressing inability to attend a party due to "The continuance of black gloves by His Majesty and the rest of the King's family". Addressed to "Bushey House", dated "Monday Night."
Price: $2,200.00
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KING WILLIAM IV - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED - HFSID 79951Autograph letter signed by King William IV, handwritten and dated “Thursday/Evening,” requesting a meeting to discuss concerns about Liverpool Merchants not being present in the House of Lords. The letter expresses his desire to see the recipient, signed as “William”.
Sale Price $1,695.00
$2,000.00
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KING WILLIAM IV - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 04/10/1788 - HFSID 253363Letter handwritten and signed by King William IV in 1788, addressed to P. William Allen. Expressing regrets for not accepting Allen's friend's son aboard the Andromeda, it includes a recommendation for the boy's preparation. Signed as "William".
Price: $2,200.00
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KING WILLIAM IV - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 06/21/1827 - HFSID 47602Autograph letter signed by King William IV, handwritten in 1827. Addressed to “Admiralty,” expressing pleasure in reading news. Signed as “William P”, it acknowledges communication and encourages regular correspondence. William became heir to the throne in this year.
Price: $2,000.00
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KING WILLIAM IV - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 08/01/1818 - HFSID 276893Autograph letter signed by King William IV, dated August 1, 1818. The letter discusses arrangements for transporting luggage and a piano to Hanover, emphasizing the importance of safe conveyance. It is signed as "William".
Sale Price $1,850.00
$2,200.00
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KING WILLIAM IV - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 10/06/1827 - HFSID 54993Handwritten letter from King William IV, signed "William Frederick", requesting the recipient's presence at a ceremony. Dated October 6, 1827, it includes a response from the recipient expressing gratitude for the royal invitation.
Price: $2,200.00
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KING WILLIAM IV - DOCUMENT FRAGMENT SIGNED - HFSID 67325Document fragment signed by King William IV, dated 1828, includes the signature William P and features a blue seal affixed. This item originates from the time he became Lord High Admiral and heir to the throne, following his brother's death.
Sale Price $995.00
$1,200.00
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KING WILLIAM IV - DOCUMENT FRAGMENT SIGNED - HFSID 253294Document fragment signed by King William IV as "William R", captioned "William the Fourth by the Grace of God of", issued for an army lieutenant. Includes a blue paper seal and pencil notations, with historical context on William IV's reign.
Price: $1,200.00
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KING WILLIAM IV - DOCUMENT FRAGMENT SIGNED - HFSID 155093Fragment from a document signed by King William IV, featuring the inscription "William R" and captioned "By His Majesty's Command/Lieutenant in the Corps of Royal Marines". Signed under his command, the fragment showcases his royal authority and historical significance.
Price: $1,200.00
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KING WILLIAM IV - MANUSCRIPT SIGNED WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 26795Manuscript signed by King William IV as "William R[ex]" and John Russell as "J. Russell", appointing Sir Edward Paget as Governor of the Royal Hospital Chelsea on January 10, 1837. Includes two paper seals and is docketed on the verso.
Price: $2,400.00
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KING WILLIAM IV - MILITARY APPOINTMENT SIGNED 01/17/1834 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 54994Military appointment signed by King William IV as "William R[ex]" and Home Secretary Viscount Melbourne as "Melbourne" on January 17, 1834, for John Grant to the rank of Lieutenant in the 78th Highland Regiment of the Foot.
Sale Price $1,850.00
$2,200.00
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KING WILLIAM IV - MILITARY APPOINTMENT SIGNED 08/05/1836 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 52830Military appointment signed by King William IV as "William R[ex]" and future Prime Minister John Russell as "J. Russell", dated August 5, 1836. Document appoints John William Gooch Sheer as Cornet for the 9th Regiment of Light Dragoons.
Price: $2,200.00
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KING WILLIAM IV - MILITARY APPOINTMENT SIGNED 12/01/1830 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 54818Military appointment signed by "William R[ex]" as King of the United Kingdom and "Melbourne", the Home Secretary, promoting Captain John Harper to Major on December 1, 1830. Includes red and blue paper seals and is docketed on verso.
Sale Price $1,850.00
$2,200.00
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KING WILLIAM IV - MILITARY APPOINTMENT SIGNED 12/01/1830 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 74330Military appointment signed by King William IV and Viscount Melbourne, dated December 1, 1830, appointing James Pipon as Lieutenant in the 94th Regiment of the Foot. King William IV signs as "William R[ex]" in faded black ink, with a paper seal affixed.
Price: $2,200.00