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BS/1/30/3

Reference code

BS/1/30/3

Level of description

File

Title

Congé d'Élire of George III

Original Title

Dr John Douglas Bishop of Carlisle translated thereon to Salisbury

Date

15 Jul 1791

Quantity & Format

1 sheet

Description

Congé d'Élire of George III for the appointment of a Bishop of Salisbury following the translation of Shute Barrington to Durham. The document includes ornamented capitals, the large initial "G" of "George" incorporating a head and shoulders portrait of George III, the royal crest, and elaborate heraldic decoration and other flourishes. The seal is attached with intertwined gold and silver thread.

Language

English

Physical Characteristics

Material: parchment, thread, wax