King of Spain (born 1527) from 1556 until his death in 1598; his eventful reign included Spain’s conquest of the Philippines, 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,” one page, 8.25 x 12, September 30, 1587. Untranslated document written in San Lorenzo. Intersecting folds and significant dampstaining affecting the overall appearance and legibility, otherwise very good condition. RR Auction COA.
