1887 envelope to Berkshire with enclosed letter on stationery "The Castle St Helena" dated 15th August. Addressed to his mother by the acting Govenor William Grey-Wilson, taking advantage of his privilege to send his private letters to England by diplomatic bag. Franked Great Britain 1d lilac tied LONDON/89' duplex 'AU 14 88' initialed bottom left corner. A facinating historical letter relating to life on the island.