King of Spain (born 1527) from 1556 until his death in 1598; his eventful reign included Spain’s conquest of the Philippines (named for him), the establishment of a colony in Florida, and the historic defeat of the Spanish Armada by the British in 1588. Manuscript DS in Spanish, signed “Yo el Rey” [I the King], one page, 8.25 x 11.75, May 21, 1578. An untranslated document issued to a prince. Small chips and edge tears, several pencil notations, a few minor separations along folds (folds lightly affecting signature), small tab protector affixed at bottom left, and scattered light toning and soiling, otherwise good to very good condition. RRAuction COA.
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