Lot Essay
HARRY PAYNE 1875-1960
Harry Payne was born in Kidderminster, Worcestershire on 11th March 1875. He joined the Royal household as a footman before joining the Metropolitan Police on 11th May 1896 as PC555 'K', warrant No.81227. He was promoted to Sergeant in 'A' division and it appears from research that he was seconded to Royal protection. When Edward VII acquired his first car he became the chauffeur whilst still retaining his rank in the police force. After the King's death in 1910, he continued as chauffeur to Queen Alexandra, and remained in this position after retirement from the police force in 1921 until her death in 1925.
A Russian Imperial Presentation pocket watch given to Harry Payne by H.I.M. Empress Marie of Russia in 1910 will be included in the sale of Fine Watches on Wednesday 10th October.
Harry Payne was born in Kidderminster, Worcestershire on 11th March 1875. He joined the Royal household as a footman before joining the Metropolitan Police on 11th May 1896 as PC555 'K', warrant No.81227. He was promoted to Sergeant in 'A' division and it appears from research that he was seconded to Royal protection. When Edward VII acquired his first car he became the chauffeur whilst still retaining his rank in the police force. After the King's death in 1910, he continued as chauffeur to Queen Alexandra, and remained in this position after retirement from the police force in 1921 until her death in 1925.
A Russian Imperial Presentation pocket watch given to Harry Payne by H.I.M. Empress Marie of Russia in 1910 will be included in the sale of Fine Watches on Wednesday 10th October.
