Partially printed military document bearing the Royal Seal and signed by Queen Victoria.  July 2, 1849.  The document appoints Alexander Edgar McGregor Gent to the rank of Lieutenant in the 69th Regiment of Foot, and has been embossed with an additional seal reading "One Pound Ten Shillings."  A London postmark to recto is dated December 22, 1849.  Three vertical creases and some light foxing, else in fine condition.  13.9 x 9.6 inches (35.3 x 24.4 cm.).