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The document begins witha very elaborate initial I in monochrome penwork. These little flourishes could add weight and significance to a document. The first word is IN, and it is notable that the N is also an elaborate majuscule letter stetched out horizontally. This seems to be a little calligraphic trick of ecclesiastical documents. |
| Appeal to the Holy See of 1281, from the collection of Rob Schäfer. All images © Rob Schäfer. | |
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