King of France (born 1754) from 1774 to 1792. In the wake of increasing unrest that developed into full-fledged revolution, Louis and his queen, Marie Antoinette, were executed in 1793. Partly-printed DS, in French, signed “Louis,” one page, 9.5 x 14.5, January 9, 1777. The king orders Joseph Micault d'Harvelay, the Keeper of Royal Exchequer, to pay the widow of an officer 200 pounds per year. Signed below on the left side by King Louis XVI; the right side is signed “Louis” in a secretarial hand. In fine condition, with light creasing, and some old tape stains at the bottom edge.
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