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    1402 (Aug. 23): Entire lettersheet from Bishop-Prince of Trento Giorgio I of Liechtenstein "Georgius Dei gratias / Episcopus Tridentini" (1390-1419) to the famous Medical Doctor Pietro de Tommasi at the University of Padua, informing him about the assignment of a German crossbow (Capricorn-shaped) as compensation for his services; "Bone et Egregie Magistro Petre, transmittibus vobi unam Balestram alemanicam facta Capricorum ....". Fine entire with waver wax seal, vertical folding crease, otherwise fine early letter carried by imperial courier. Transcription by Dr.ssa L. Piccinini attached.
    Starting bid : 1,000 CHF
    Hammer price : 1,000 CHF