Document 1825 - 1828

"Document" is a small, yellowed piece of paper that served as a certificate of exemption from paying entry fees to the city of Amsterdam from August 1825 to May 1826 for Stad Amsterdam, an officer of the Amsterdam City Guard. It bears the signature of the city's military commissioner and the stamp of the city guard. The document is a compelling artifact of Dutch civic life in the 19th century and provides insights into the administrative procedures that were in place at the time. The document, measuring 8.7 centimeters in height and 6 centimeters in width, showcases the intricate script of official documents from the era.