Manuscrito - Año 1637-1639

Exceptional collection of original handwritten documents containing the first fiscal / official stamped seals ever created in the history of humankind, established by the Real Pragmática of King Philip IV of Spain. Contents of the lot - FIRST YEAR OF HISTORY SEAL (1637): Manuscript page with the original imprint of the seal of «S.º QUARTO 10 MS. AÑO 1637». An immaculate engraving with exceptional clarity of the world’s first issue. - SECOND YEAR SEAL (1638): Document with the official imprint corresponding to 1638 (S.º QUARTO 10 MS. AÑO 1638). - REHABILITATION / MIRROR-TEXT (1639): Printed document with the 1639 heading that also includes the emblematic overprint in inverted/mirror text used by the Royal Treasury to revalidate the stamped paper and prevent counterfeiting or fraud. Condition: Superb for its nearly 400 years of age. The woodcut impressions of the royal coats of arms of Philip IV are presented with a degree of sharpness and contrast rarely found on the market. A centerpiece for major collectors of fiscal history, fiscal philately, bibliophiles of 17th-century documents, and museums of stamps or world economic history. Excellent piece, carefully selected. Ideal for collectors, lovers of antique paper and history, and also for those wanting to decorate a space with charm. Original of its period. Excellent piece with no reserve price. Great opportunity.

Estimate:£230.25

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