{"product_id":"vellum-manuscript-from-1700s-authentic-stamped-signed-document-on-parchment","title":"ANTIQUE VELLUM from 1700s","description":"\u003cp\u003eOwn an authentic piece of history. Each document in this collection is an original handwritten manuscript dating from the 1700s, composed in period script on genuine parchment or vellum and featuring historic ink stamps, official markings, and handwritten signatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese documents were created for administrative, legal, ecclesiastical, or notarial purposes. Although the manuscripts are similar in general appearance and format, every piece is individually handwritten and contains natural variations in wording, signatures, stamps, handwriting, coloration, folds, and edge shape. The document received may differ slightly from the examples shown in the photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSelected pieces may display attractive calligraphy, decorative headings, embossed or inked seals, tax or revenue stamps, docket notes, and multiple period signatures. Each manuscript has developed its own patina over approximately three centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate average size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 × 7 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Primarily French, Latin, or early European cursive\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18th century \/ 1700s\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Parchment or vellum\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity included:\u003c\/strong\u003e One document\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCondition varies from document to document. Expect age-related folds, creases, discoloration, stains, fading, edge wear, small tears, holes, losses, and other signs of historic handling. These characteristics are normal for manuscripts of this age and contribute to their authentic antique appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for collectors of antique manuscripts, historic documents, calligraphy, genealogy, legal history, ecclesiastical history, European history, parchment, vellum, seals, stamps, and signatures. These documents are also impressive for framing, study, interior decoration, theatrical displays, historical exhibitions, and unique gifts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou will receive one authentic antique parchment manuscript selected from the available collection. No modern reproduction or facsimile is included.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antique Parchments","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49574527172823,"sku":null,"price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/1267\/8359\/files\/s-l1600.jpg?v=1786482986","url":"https:\/\/www.antiqueparchments.com\/products\/vellum-manuscript-from-1700s-authentic-stamped-signed-document-on-parchment","provider":"Antique Parchments","version":"1.0","type":"link"}