Manuscript DS in French, signed “Louis,” one page both sides, 9.75 x 14.5, June 25, 1697. The concluding page of proceedings of the Royal Council of Finance held at the king’s royal residence at the Chateau de Marly, about twelve miles west of Paris, relative to the salt tax. Signed at the conclusion by Louis XIV as king and Phelypeaux as secretary of state of the Maison du Roi and the Navy. A previous French catalog description is affixed to the lower left of the first side. Scattered foxing, toning, and creases, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.
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