Letter patent of ennoblement, conferring the rank of Noble, - Lot 110

Letter patent of ennoblement, conferring the rank of Noble, dated August 18, 1816 (19th century), granted and signed by Emperor Francis I of Austria, to Hermengild Von Peche, Chief Controller of the Exchequer of the Estates of the Hereditary Kingdom of Bohemia. He is also the step-grandfather of Madame Marie Gräfin Ségur-Cabanac. A crimson velvet binding containing a 12-page booklet on paper and vellum. It features a high-quality gouache painting of the family coat of arms, with fresh colors and excellent preservation, depicting the family’s arms. Signed by Emperor Francis I of Austria. With its gold-threaded trimmings and seal holder. The accompanying wax seal is missing. In-Folio format. In good condition.