Handwritten administrative letter 1813, 19th century stamped paper, 75c tax stamp

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19th-century handwritten administrative letter, dated 1813, written in brown ink on old paper with a printed 75-centimes tax stamp. A documentary piece with a sober charm, featuring beautiful cursive handwriting.

Description

Old handwritten document on ivory-tinted paper, featuring regular administrative handwriting, with long cursive lines and neat flourishes. The sheet bears a printed tax stamp with the mention "REP. FRA." and the tariff "75 cen", a characteristic element of stamped papers used for official acts.

The layout, text density, and visible signatures evoke an administrative or notarial document, with appearance formulas, mentions of individuals, and clauses written in the legal vocabulary of the era. Presence of old folds, annotations, and handwritten sections on the back.

Context

Dated 1813, this document belongs to the early 19th century, a period when administrative exchanges, private acts, and notarial minutes were still largely handwritten on stamped paper. The tax stamp attests to the official use of the medium and gives the whole a documentary interest related to French administrative practices of the time.

Condition

Old used item, sold as is. Paper with natural patina, foxing, small stains, fold marks, irregular edges, and slight age-related wear. The writing remains well-preserved and legible in the photographed areas, with a beautiful antique archive appearance.

AFW

Careful packaging adapted to antique documents. Professional shipping with rigid protection to preserve the paper during transport.

Keywords: [Old handwritten administrative letter 19th century 1813]