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24 - FERDINAND I, Emperor of Germany
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Estimate €1,500 - €2,500
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FERDINAND I, Emperor of Germany Original charter issued by Ferdinand I, Emperor of Germany, King of Hungary, Bohemia, Dalmatia and Croatia, Infante of Spain, etc... younger brother of Charles V, by which he confirms, following verification of the original titles, the privileges, donations and concessions granted to the dean and chapter of Toul Cathedral from 1192 to 1539, in view of the following deeds which have been transcribed: - Diploma of Henry VI, Holy Roman Emperor, confirming the liberal grants made by him and his predecessors and the subjection of the chapter’s subjects to its jurisdiction (1192). - Charters from Emperor Frederick III (1451) and Charles V (1532 and 1539) confirming the former privileges. Signed by Ferdinand (presumably in his own hand). 12 handwritten folios in Latin (magnificently calligraphed), large quarto, dated 11 September 1561, bound with a cord of twisted, gilded threads 34.5 x 25.5 cm; a slight tear to the top left-hand corner, without damage to the text; otherwise in excellent condition Expert: Pascal Guillebaud
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About the sale A prestigious auction, featuring items notably from the Château de B. in the Vendée and the Monique Guillemot collection
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Auction time 09/22/2026 at 2:00 PM
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