Victoria (1819-1901), queen of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland, and empress of India. Letter to Lord John Russell asking to delay audience with Lord Coventry until her return to London. Signed: The Queen. Manuscript, ink on black bordered stationery paper. 2 pieces, each leaf 18 x 11 cm (writing on 3 pages). Condition poor due to brittle paper; do not remove from protective sleeve. With photocopy of seller Henry Sotheran’s folder and of collector’s label.