PRINCELY INDIA

Step into the regal world of Princely India with our exclusive collection of original documents from the Indian princely states, each a unique artifact that reflects the splendor, power, and cultural richness of India’s regional royalty. This collection features hand-signed letters, royal manuscripts, rare photographs, edicts, decrees, and proclamations from esteemed maharajas, maharanis, nawabs, and noble families of the princely states, including iconic figures like Maharaja Bhupinder Singh of Patiala, Maharaja Ganga Singh of Bikaner, Nizam Osman Ali Khan of Hyderabad, Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad III of Baroda, and Maharani Gayatri Devi of Jaipur. These items provide a fascinating glimpse into the governance, traditions, and heritage of India’s princely rulers who maintained their sovereignty and influence during the British Raj.

Each document in this collection reveals the unique history of India’s princely states, from personal letters that capture the alliances, ambitions, and lifestyles of Indian royals to official decrees that shaped regional governance, culture, and diplomacy. Handwritten manuscripts reflect the princely states’ contributions to education, welfare, and the arts, while rare photographs showcase the grandeur of palaces, royal ceremonies, and court life. These artifacts illustrate the autonomy and sophistication of India’s princely rulers, who preserved their distinct identities while navigating complex relationships with the British.

Meticulously authenticated, this collection is ideal for collectors, historians, researchers, and enthusiasts of Indian royal heritage. Explore these genuine artifacts to connect with figures like Maharaja Hari Singh of Jammu and Kashmir, Nawab Hamid Ali Khan of Rampur, and Maharaja Chamarajendra Wadiyar X of Mysore, preserving the legacy and cultural wealth of Princely India. This collection offers a timeless link to the traditions, resilience, and elegance of India’s princely states, capturing the spirit of a bygone era in Indian history.