Queen Elizabeth II Royal Despatch Box Grant of Arms Royalty Document HUNT Family

Description

This exceedingly rare and historically significant original c.1986 British Royal Grant of Arms is an exceptional artifact of noble heritage and heraldic tradition, issued under the reign of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. The Grant, awarded by the College of Arms in London, reaffirms the Hunt noble familys entitlement to their distinguished coat of arms, meticulously illustrated and described in the handwritten manuscript parchment document with genuine 24K gold illumination. This museum-quality piece is an extraordinary testament to the enduring power and prestige of British heraldry.

Encased in its original crimson red despatch document box, this Grant of Arms retains its complete royal presentation. The box, made from faux Moroccan leather, is adorned with three gold-embossed royal monograms \”ERII\” and the Royal Crown of Queen Elizabeth II, signifying its official status. Measuring 21.75 inches in length, 4 inches in height, and 3.5 inches in width, the case is fitted with brass hardware and remains in exceptional original condition. These boxes, historically used in state governance and noble affairs, have maintained their role in British administrative and royal traditions for over a century, with their origins tracing back to Prince Alberts preference for the color red, as well as Elizabethan diplomatic customs. The document itself measures 15 by 21.75 inches.

Inside, the Grant of Arms is magnificently executed on fine parchment, illuminated with 24K gold detailing and inscribed in exquisite English calligraphy. A hand-painted blazon of Arms accompanies the document, which is still fastened with its original scarlet and white bindings. Further enhancing its historical significance, the Grant remains with the wax seals of the Garter and Clarenceux Kings of Arms, housed in their original gilt metal skippets, bearing embossed repouss crowns of the signatories. These seals are in pristine, crisp condition, preserving their heraldic authority and authenticity.

This remarkable document bears the signatures of three of the most esteemed heraldic authorities of the 20th century: Sir Colin Cole, Garter Principal King of Arms; John Philip Brooke-Little, Norroy and Ulster King of Arms (later Clarenceux King of Arms and founder of the Heraldry Society); and Sir Conrad Swan, Garter Principal King of Arms. Their endorsements solidify the unquestionable legitimacy and historical importance of this noble decree.

This authentic and one-of-a-kind heraldic document is an unparalleled acquisition for collectors of British royal history, noble genealogy, and heraldic artifacts. Given its impeccable provenance, lavish craftsmanship, and undeniable historical importance, this Grant of Arms represents one of the most prestigious expressions of noble entitlement and royal authority. Whether displayed in a museum, historical archive, or a distinguished private collection, this exceptional piece stands as a tangible link to the rich heritage of British aristocracy and the lasting legacy of Queen Elizabeth IIs reign.