Red leather, full-bound album, tooled in gold, containing photographs (RCIN 2701693 - 2701772) of Prince of Wales's tour of India in 1875-6. Prince of Wales cipher on front. Contains Edward VII Sandringham bookplate. Gilt text block edge.

In an effort to strengthen diplomatic relations between the Indian rulers and the British Crown, Albert Edward, Prince of Wales, the eldest son of Queen Victoria, embarked on a tour of the Indian subcontinent in October 1875. The Prince visited 21 towns and cities across parts of modern-day India, Sri Lanka, Pakistan and Nepal, where he exchanged and received gifts from each ruler he met during his tour. The Prince returned to England in May 1876. As a result of the visit, six photographic albums were compiled of portraits, groups and views. Some of the photographs were commercial prints already available; others were specially taken to commemorate the tour.