Add a true piece of history to your collection with an authentic 1700s manuscript document, handwritten in ink on period paper. Each document is autographed, officially stamped, watermarked, and dated, offering multiple layers of historical and research value.

These antique manuscripts are ideal for collectors of old documents, paleography, legal or ecclesiastical history, and 18th-century handwriting. They are also excellent for display, teaching material, or close study of ink, script, and paper from the era.

Historical Significance

Documents like these were originally used for legal, administrative, or personal matters in the 1700s. They often contain names, places, signatures, and official marks that reflect the social, political, and economic life of the time. Each manuscript is completely unique and provides a direct, tangible connection to the 18th century.

Physical Details

• Content: Original 18th-century handwritten manuscript

• Features: Autographed, stamped, watermarked, and dated

• Length: Approximately 4 pages

• Average Size: ~ 9" × 7" (sizes may vary slightly)

• Material: Antique hand-made or laid paper with visible watermark

• Condition: Very good for its age, with normal signs of historical wear, toning, folds, and ink aging

Because these are genuine antique documents, expect natural variations and signs of use. These characteristics are part of their authenticity and charm.

Authenticity & Random Selection

• All documents are 100% original and from the 1700s

• Each one bears authentic handwriting, signature(s), stamp(s), and watermark(s)

• Buyer receives one randomly selected manuscript from our curated collection of similar items

• Every piece is individually inspected for age, originality, and legible features

If you purchase multiple quantities, we will select different documents when possible.

Ideal For

• Manuscript and document collectors

• Historians and researchers

• Students of paleography and old handwriting

• Artists and designers seeking authentic historical reference material

• Unique gifts for history, law, or literature enthusiasts

These documents frame beautifully and make striking conversation pieces in libraries, offices, and study spaces.