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King Henry IV of France Document Signed. One page (in French) on vellum, 10 1/2 x 9 1/2 inches, [France]. Signed, "Henry" below the main text, with an additional signature in an unknown hand at the bottom.

Henry IV, also known as Henri le Grand, ruled as king of France from 1589 to 1610 and King of Navarre from 1572 to 1610, and was the first monarch of the Bourbon dynasty in France. In 1598 he enacted the Edict of Nantes guaranteeing religious liberties to Protestants, effectively ending the French Wars of Religion. One of the most popular French kings, both during and after his reign, Henry showed great care for the welfare of his subjects and displayed an unusual religious tolerance for the time. He was murdered by a fanatical Catholic, François Ravaillac.

Condition: Creased at folds; a few small spots of loss, most at center fold, affecting text. Minor wear at the top left corner. Scattered staining and soiling throughout.


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