Rare 1847 Catholic Episcopal Appointment Document – Bishop Dupont des Loges – Diocese of Metz – Embossed Seal

Original 19th-century Roman Catholic episcopal document issued by Paul-Georges-Marie Dupont des Loges, Bishop of Metz.

The document confirms the appointment of Franciscus Xaverius Bourguignon as Chaplain of the College of Metz, written in Latin in elegant ecclesiastical chancery script.

The heading bears the name and heraldic coat of arms of the bishop:

“Paulus-Georgius-Maria Dupont des Loges, Miseratione Divina et Sanctae Sedis Apostolicae gratia Episcopus Metensis.”

Issued at Metz (Metis) and dated 6 April 1847.

• Original Catholic ecclesiastical manuscript document
• Printed episcopal heading with coat of arms
• Latin text in manuscript chancery hand
• Original handwritten signatures
• Embossed diocesan seal of the Diocese of Metz
• Large folio sheet, folded as issued
• Historical document from the Diocese of Metz, France

Paul-Georges-Marie Dupont des Loges (1804–1886) served as Bishop of Metz from 1843 to 1886 and became a significant Catholic and political figure during the turbulent period surrounding the Franco-Prussian War and the annexation of Alsace-Lorraine.

Documents issued during his episcopate are collected by historians of the Catholic Church and collectors of 19th-century French manuscripts.

Good antique condition with normal fold marks and light age toning. The embossed seal remains visible.

€250 – €380

Comparable 19th-century episcopal appointment documents with seals and signatures generally sell within this range depending on condition and historical relevance.

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