Manuscript Discharge Certificate for the 12th Regiment of Dragoons with Wax Seals. [France, ca. 1799 (?l?an 7?)]. A fine example of the elaborately engraved paperwork required at the termination of Military service signed by many officials, including Henri Bertrand (1773-1844). On laid paper. With two wax seals stamped by the Office of the Minister of War. Approximately 8 ? x 11 ??. Framed in double-sided glass in a gilt wooden frame. Frame size approximately 12 ? x 15 ??. Three vertical and one horizontal creases, document is foxed, a few small chips or bumps, inkstamps of ?Ministere de la Guerre? on recto and verso, four areas of apparent adhesive residue on verso. Still, a near fine example of this uncommon document. Offered with an autograph letter signed. [France, ca. 1819]. Approximately 9 ? x 7? (creased, some wear).