Holy Roman Emperor who, as Charles I, also ruled as king of Spain (1500-1558). As the last ruler of a united Spain and the Holy Roman Empire, he fought France to conquer the New World. A devout Catholic, Charles supported the Church and signed the Peace of Augsburg. In 1556, he retired and divided his empire between his brother Ferdinand and his son Philip. Appealing LS in Spanish, signed “Yo El Rey [I the King],” one page, 8 x 10, 1530. Untranslated letter signed at the conclusion by Charles V. In fine condition.
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