Duchess Meghan - Birthday Reply (2018)

A very lovely reply arrived today from the UK. I had written to Duchess Meghan last month for her birthday.

The envelope is the usual for the British Royals, featuring the red EIIR postmark from the Court Post Office at Buckingham Palace.

The back of the envelope features the Black Crown, Kensington Palace mark that is used by The Cambridges & Sussexs. This crown also appears on William, Kate, Harry & Meghan's monogram.

Inside is the usual birthday reply from Clarence House, a postcard size photo card with typed message on the back.

The photo was taken during the Sussex's visit to Trinity College in Dublin during their 2-day visit to the Republic of Ireland in July. This is a very interesting choice for Meghan's birthday photo. Normally for birthdays, we get a solo headshot or full body photo of the royal. (The only time I've gotten a group photo from Clarence House for a royal's birthday was Prince George's 1st & 2nd birthday.)

A few of the birthday photos over the years. The white borders are newer photos. 

It's also very interesting that Meghan chose a photo taken outside the UK and by an Irish photographer. Gerry Mooney gave an interview about being called by Kensington Palace and asked for permission to use his photo on Meghan's birthday card.

The message is the typical for the Royals.

The message reads:

"The Duchess of Sussex is so touched you took the trouble to write as you did on the occasion of her 37th birthday. It really was most thoughtful of you and Her Royal Highness sends you her heartfelt thanks and best wishes."

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