Lot 714:
Latters patent on granting the nobility to the Collegiate Councilor A. Melnikov. December 17, 1837

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Signed Nicholas, below – the Minister of Justice Dmitriy Dashkov` signature.
On parchment, 4 sheets. 47 x 33,3 cm
Moire flyleaves. Text in artwork geometric ornament made with gold, silver and water colors.
Nicholas I monogram in upper part.
Alexander Mel`nikov started his army service in 1814. On March 30, 1815 he was awarded the Order of St. Anna of the 3d degree.
Provenance: academician Bondarchuk’s collection.