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| This section shows the top of the notary's sign manual. Next to it is written the place of issue and the names of a series of witnesses. By using both a notary's authentication and witnesses, these people seem to be really trying to cover themselves. | |
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| Appeal to the Holy See of 1281, from the collection of Rob Schäfer. All images © Rob Schäfer. | |
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| overview | initial | notary's mark | text | alphabet | abbreviations | structure | exercises | | transcript | translation | |
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| Click on each of the above to walk your way through the text. The transcript will appear in a separate window so that you can use it for reference at any time. These exercises are designed to guide you through the text, not test you, so you can cheat as much as you like. | |
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