Czar of Russia, 1796–1801. Mentally ill Russian leader whose forced abdication was foiled when he was accidentally choked to death with a paperweight. DS, signed “Paul,” one page, 8 x 12.5, January 14, 1796. Document, in Russian concerning the pay of certain public officials. In part, “I am ordering the advisor of state…to establish a wage scale for the government officials depending on their position and to compensate them for back pay which is due to them.” In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light soiling. R&R COA.
