Old handwritten administrative letter 1814, 75 centimes stamped paper

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Old handwritten administrative letter dated 1814, written in brown ink on antique paper, with a 75-centimes revenue stamp. An early 19th-century French archival document, with very prominent cursive script.

Description

19th-century handwritten administrative document, presented on a folded antique sheet, entirely written with a quill pen. The ample and regular cursive writing fills the page with numerous mentions of names, sums, and elements relating to an inheritance or division of property.

The document features a printed "France" revenue stamp with a value of 75 centimes at the top, a characteristic element of administrative and legal acts on stamped paper. The date 1814 is visible at the top of the sheet.

Mentions of the Colombet family are notably visible, as well as formulations related to heirs, inheritance, and division, giving this document historical and documentary interest.

Context

Dated 1814, this document is part of French administrative practice in the early 19th century, a period when civil, notarized, or similar acts were frequently handwritten on fiscal stamped paper. These documents testify to the official circulation of writing, patrimonial procedures, and the formalization of family acts under the French administration of the time.

Condition

Old document sold as is. Paper shows natural patina, with yellowing, traces of use, folds, small ink stains, and slightly irregular edges, consistent with its age and handling. The writing remains largely legible, with the graphic charm typical of 19th-century administrative manuscripts.

AFW

Careful packaging adapted to old documents, with rigid protection to preserve the paper during transport. Professional shipping prepared with care by AFW - Antique France Worldwide.

Keywords: [Old handwritten administrative letter 19th century 1814]