GIUSEPPE II of Habsburg-Lorena (1741-1790) Signed autograph letter concerning the nominations of the Order of Saint Stephen. [Vienna?,] October 24, 1777. Signed letter addressed to a high-ranking lady. The sovereign, responding to a request for intercession, reports that he has personally informed himself about the planned promotion of new Great Crosses of the Order of St. Stephen, communicating that, at least for the time being, there will be no new investiture. 1 page in French (163 × 98 mm) with signed signature. (1)