1761 French Manuscript Document Amsterdam Paper Seal Handwritten Legal Record 18th Century

1761 French Manuscript Document Amsterdam Paper Seal – Handwritten Legal Record – 18th Century

Authentic 18th-century handwritten French manuscript dated June 1761, written on paper bearing a decorative “AMSTERDAM” paper mill watermark / seal.

The document appears to be a legal or administrative record written in French cursive script, typical of mid-18th century European notarial or official correspondence. It contains multiple paragraphs of dense manuscript text and several handwritten signatures on the reverse.

The ornate paper mill emblem reading “AMSTERDAM” was commonly used on high-quality Dutch paper exported throughout Europe during the 18th century.

• Date: 1761
• Language: French
• Type: Handwritten legal / administrative manuscript
• Paper: Dutch paper with decorative Amsterdam watermark
• Handwritten signatures on reverse
• Two written pages
• Original 18th-century ink

During the 18th century, Dutch paper mills (especially Amsterdam) produced some of the finest writing paper used across Europe for official documents, correspondence, and legal records. Manuscripts like this are examples of everyday administrative and legal writing from the pre-Revolutionary period of France.

Antique condition consistent with age:

• folds from storage
• edge wear and small tears
• light stains and toning
• text remains legible

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