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Official bulletin of the French Republic laws, containing two significant laws from November 1848: one opening credit for stallion purchases for national stud farms (Haras nationaux), dated November 13, 1848; and another granting credit for subsidies to the retirement fund of the Ministry of Agriculture and Commerce, dated November 14, 1848. These documents represent the legislative activity of the Second French Republic and provide insight into agricultural policy and social welfare during this transformative period of French history.

Historical administrative document from the Port Libre prison in Luxembourg, dated Fructidor 25, Year 3 (September 11, 1795). This remarkable piece features the release record of a detainee named Bouiret, complete with a comprehensive detainee recapitulation. The document includes the prison warden's notable comment stating "La tranquilité règne dans la maison" (Tranquility reigns in the house), along with the authentic seal of the prison establishment. Originally addressed to Citizen Aumont, temporarily charged with the commission for civil admissions and police tribunals at Place Vendôme in Paris, this document offers exceptional insight into the revolutionary justice system and prison administration during the French Revolution.

Luxembourg / Port Libre Prison / Sheet of 25 Fructidor Year 3 (11 September 1795): Release of a detainee named Bouiret from the Port Libre prison. Recapitulation of detainees. Warden's comment: « Tranquility reigns in the house » Prison seal. Sent to citizen Aumont, temporarily in charge of the commission for civil police and tribunal admissions, Place Vendôme in Paris

Law concerning the suppression of secular congregations and brotherhoods, dated August 18, 1792 (Year 4 of Liberty), issued in Montpellier. This revolutionary legislation represents the anti-clerical policies of the early French Revolution and the dissolution of religious organizations. This document is a crucial piece for understanding the religious and social transformations of the Revolutionary period.

Scientific document containing a temperature correction table for an alcohol meter used in alcohol distillation, dating from the 19th century. This type of document was essential for the regulation and taxation of alcohol production, representing the intersection of science, commerce, and fiscal administration in industrial-era France. The document provides insight into the technical methods used in 19th-century French alcohol production and quality control.

Official receipt for the sale price of properties belonging to emigrants, deported persons, or condemned individuals, issued by the District of Lesparre. Dated 21 Brumaire Year 3 (November 11, 1794), this document bears the signature of the receiver of registration fees and national domains at the Lesparre office. This document provides insight into the revolutionary confiscation policies and the administration of emigrant properties during the Reign of Terror period.

Weapon carry permit for hunting, issued to the Comte d'Orfeuille Foucaud, Sub-prefect of the 3rd arrondissement of the Hérault department, Knight of Saint-Louis and of Saint-Jean de Jerusalem. Dated August 27, 1816, in Béziers, this document represents the hunting privileges and administrative practices of the Restoration period aristocracy. The combination of military honors (Saint-Louis) and religious knighthood (Saint-Jean de Jerusalem) reflects the multi-faceted status of the French nobility during this period.

Comprehensive register of reports from the rural police (gardes champêtres) of the commune of Florensac in the Hérault department, dated 1845. This extensive administrative document, represents a complete record of rural law enforcement and agricultural surveillance in 19th-century rural France. This register provides exceptional insight into the daily operations of rural policing, agricultural disputes, property conflicts, and the administration of justice in the French countryside during the July Monarchy period.

Official verbal process (procès-verbal) warning wine owners and cultivators not to deliver sold wine to buyers without the presence of a receipt, on penalty of paying the duties that should have been paid by the buyers. Dated Brumaire 28, Year 14 (November 19, 1805), concerning Mr. Octavien Vidal for non-presentation of receipts. This document provides insight into the tax enforcement and commercial regulations of the Napoleonic tax system, particularly regarding the vital wine trade in France.

This certificate is issued by me to attest that,
on the basis of the presentation of his merits and talents,
on 25 February of the year 1814,
in the region of the Wachtmeisterie and at the request
of Her Excellency the Countess Mniszech,

it is acknowledged that
the actual State Councillor, senator
and knight of several orders,
knight of the Order of Saint Catherine, first class,

as well as the archimandrite and librarian in charge of the spiritual affairs
of Her Excellency in the locality of Vishnevets,
are duly attested.

In confirmation of the foregoing,
this certificate has been issued with my signature
and bearing the seal of my arms.

Done at Tarnopol,
on 3 March 1814.

In the name of His Imperial Majesty,
our most gracious sovereign,

Actual Privy Councillor, senator

and knight of several orders

Ignati Antonovich de Teyls

Выдано мною сие в том, что по основанию представления моего усердного таланта,
25-го февраля 8-го числа сего 1814 года,
из Вахмистрской области и по прошению
Его Сиятельства графини Мнишек, М. Ж. М.,
перстерского величества действительный
штатский советник, сенатор
и разных орденов кавалер,
Екатерины 1-го класса кавалер,
архимандрит и библиотекарь духовных дел
Ея Сиятельства в мистечке Вишневец.

Во удостоверение сего
дано сие свидетельство за моим подписанием
и с приложением герба моего печати.

г. Тарнополь, марта 3 дня
1814 года.

Его Императорского Величества
всемилостивейшего Государя
действительный тайный советник, сенатор
и разных орденов кавалер

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Exceptional autograph document from Louis de Bourbon, Count of Vermandois, son of Louis XIV and Admiral of France, dated 1674. This rare manuscript represents one of the oldest documents in this collection, providing direct evidence of the signature and authority of a royal prince of the blood during the reign of the Sun King. The Count of Vermandois was a prominent figure in 17th-century French nobility and military leadership.

Collection of two documents from the 18th century concerning hearth taxes (fouages) and land property (biens-fonds), representing the fiscal and property administration of pre-revolutionary France. These documents provide valuable genealogical and historical information about land ownership and taxation in 18th-century France, illustrating the economic structures of the Ancien Régime and the relationship between the monarchy and its subjects regarding property and fiscal obligations.

Remarkable medieval charter from the 15th century, dated 1445, representing an exceptional piece of medieval documentation requiring expert identification and analysis. This charter from the late medieval period offers potential insights into the political, economic, or social structures of 15th-century France during the Hundred Years' War era. The document's authentication and detailed study would provide invaluable contributions to medieval studies and French historical genealogy.

Parchment, Louis de Bourbon-Roussillon, at the head of many seigneuries, he was the collector of King Louis XI and in this document he reports on the application of the King's ordinance to the lady Le Breton and the collection of three thousand pounds that she owed the kingdom. Signed "Loys de Bourbon" dated December 24, 1482. Remains of red wax seal. Small band of parchment 31x9.5cm.

Louis de Bourbon, Count of Roussillon and Ligny (1450-1487), illegitimate son of Charles I of Bourbon and Jeanne de Bournan. He was legitimized by letters patent in 1463. In 1466, Louis XI granted him the dignity of Admiral of France

Official act of French registration for a commercial vessel of France, issued by the Minister Secretary of State for Finance, concerning a ship built in Bages in 1792 belonging to Pierre Delloug. Dated July 2, 1805 (Messidor 13, Year 13), this document was delivered at the customs office in the port of Narbonne. This registration act provides exceptional insight into 19th-century French maritime commerce, shipbuilding, and the administrative processes of the customs administration during the Napoleonic era.

Act of French Registration of Commercial Vessels of France issued by the Minister Secretary of State for Finance for a ship built in Bages (11) in 1792 belonging to Pierre Delloug. On 2 July 1805 (13 Messidor Year 13) at the Customs office in the port of Narbonne. Signed by the Minister Secretary of State for Finance

Official navigation authorization from the Department of Marine and Colonies, dated March 20, 1817, addressed to Louis-Ange Themoy, ship lieutenant. This document grants permission for navigation on behalf of the Shipowners of the Kingdom, signed by Le Carpentier, head of the 1st Division of the Ministry. The authorization represents the bureaucratic processes of the French maritime administration during the Bourbon Restoration period, providing essential documentation for understanding 19th-century French merchant marine operations and the professional certification of naval officers transitioning from imperial to royal service.

Department of Marine and Colonies / Navigation authorization on behalf of the Shipowners of the Kingdom addressed to Louis-Ange Themoy, ship lieutenant. Paris, 20 March 1817. Signed by the head of the 1st division of the ministry, Le Carpentier.

Specialized navigation authorization from the port of Brest, dated April 10, 1817, authorizing Louis-Ange Themoy, ship lieutenant, to serve as captain on commercial and command vessels for long-haul and coastal shipping. This document bears the signature of Baron de Saint-Houen Yves Le Coat, representing the naval authority of one of France's most important Atlantic ports during the Restoration period. This authorization provides exceptional documentation of the French merchant marine certification process and the transition from Napoleonic naval structures to the restored Bourbon navy in the important port of Brest.

Navy / Port of Brest / Navigation authorization on commercial vessels and command for Louis-Ange Themoy, ship lieutenant. Brest, 10 April 1817. Signed by Baron de Saint Houen Yves Le Coat.

Distinguished academic diploma awarding the title of Doctor of Medicine to Mr. Themoy in Paris on November 25, 1814. This prestigious document bears the signature of Louis de Fontanes, Grand Master of the University of France and Peer of France, along with signatures from the Academy's rector and the Treasurer. The diploma was registered at the Clerk's Office of the Tribunal of Saint-Brieuc on May 1, 1815, bearing the signature of the court's clerk. Features two authentic seals. This exceptional piece represents the academic prestige of the University of France system established during the Napoleonic era and provides valuable genealogical information about the medical profession in early 19th-century France.

Charter on vellum with manual seal, April 1296, in-4 in Latin. Exchanges passed under the reign of Philippe IV le Bel, between Gaules de Garde Damoiseau and Guillaume Servier, of censes dates in the parishes of Saint-Etienne de Fonts and Saint-Martin de Caraman, against six censes floors in the city of Vaus of the castle of Naves

Exceptional original prototype drawing by Stern, the official engraver to the Emperor Napoleon I. This unique artwork was created as a model for a specific military or imperial action, representing the artistic production of the Imperial engraving workshop during the First French Empire. Stern, as the official engraver to Napoleon, was responsible for producing medals, currency, and official documents bearing the Emperor's image. This original drawing offers remarkable insight into 19th-century French imperial art production, printmaking techniques, and the visual propaganda of the Napoleonic era.

Stern, Engraver to the Emperor: Prototype / Original drawing for a share

Exceptional royal appointment document dated September 24, 1912, issued by Mercati, Marshal of the Court, on orders of His Royal Highness the Crown Prince of the Hellenes. This prestigious document grants the title of supplier to His Royal Highness to Georges Gillet, a hairdresser-perfumer. The piece features a beautiful vignette illustration, representing the elegant aesthetics of the Greek monarchy during the early 20th century. This document provides fascinating insight into court ceremonies, royal patronage, and commercial privileges in the Kingdom of Greece under the Glücksburg dynasty.

Mercati (Marshal of the Court) on the order of His Royal Highness the Crown Prince of the Hellenes, grants the title of purveyor to His Royal Highness to Georges Gillet (hairdresser-perfumer). Athens, 24 September 1912. Beautiful vignette

Exceptional autograph letter signed by Lazare Carnot, Minister of the Interior and Count of the Empire, addressed to the prefect of Saône-et-Loire, Jean-Pierre Ducolombier, dated April 24, 1815. This historically significant document relates to the reminder of a request for pieces and information concerning the payment for the construction of two bridges. The letter bears the authentic signature of Lazare Carnot, known as the "Organizer of Victory" during the French Revolutionary Wars. This piece provides remarkable insight into Napoleonic administrative procedures and infrastructure management during the Hundred Days period, representing a crucial moment in French political history.

Lazare Carnot (Minister of the Interior and Count of the Empire) to the prefect of Saône-et-Loire Jean-Pierre Ducolombier / Paris, 24 April 1815 / Reminder of a request for documents and information concerning payment for the construction of two bridges. Signature of Lazare Carnot

Haitian Empire Letter Baron d'Apollon Testament 1851 | Historical Haitian document. Baron Pierre Gustave d'Apollon, Aide-de-camp of Emperor, Customs Director. Letter attached to General JeanBart's will

Letter Christine France Duchess Regent Savoy | Exceptional autograph letter. Christine de France, Duchess Regent of Savoy. In Italian. Lieutenant of Guards commission. Very rare royal document

Patriote Palloy Correspondence Bastille Medal | Exceptional documents from Patriote Pierre François Palloy. "Patriot of the Bastille". Correspondence and request for medal forged from Bastille iron. Very rare

Police Procedure Lyon Chambéry 1805 Dreyfoux | Historical judicial document. Chief Police Commissioner Lyon. Arrest procedure for lace theft. Lyon 1805

Police Letter Bordeaux Irish Citizen 1803 | Historical administrative correspondence. Letter to Police Commissioner Bordeaux. Mailing error with English circular letter. 1803

Ministry of Justice Document Claude Ambroise Regnier 1803 | Historical legislative document. Claude Ambroise Regnier, Minister of Justice. Law on forgery crimes from 1803. Paris 1803

Pension Certificate - Paris, Palais du Luxembourg 1909

Life certificate, Life annuity slip - Paris 1878

Working Share - Paris 1943/1944

Sheet of 6 coupons of share of 1 franc - 1832

Notice sur la société des Etains et Wolfram du Tonkin, Sté des Mines d'étain de Cao-Bang... 1911