Cross of the Imperial Order of San Carlos Diploma for Doña Ysabel Fernandez, April 10, 1866
Description
Diploma from Maximilian and Carlota (Emperors of Mexico) to Doña Ysabel Fernandez. The contents of the diploma concern the bestowment of the Cross of the Imperial Order of San Carlos (Saint Charles).
Dates
- April 10, 1866
Language & Script
The Carlota-Maximillian Papers are written in Modern Spanish (16th century forward). The various scripts are visually striking and legible. Abbreviations are used throughout the documents (see below guide).
Abbreviation Guide
Dn – Don
Da – Doña
VaCruz – Veracruz
Srio – Secretario
Sra – Señora
V. – Usted
U. – Usted
S.S. M.M. I.I. – Su Majestad Imperial (Plural)
Access Restrictions
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Context
The diploma was issued two (2) years into Emperor Maximilian and Empress Carlota’s rule of Mexico. The Imperial Order of San Carlos was awarded exclusively to women who excelled in community service and was divided into two classes: the Cross and the Grand Cross.
Extent
From the Collection: 6 item(s)
Medium
ink on paper
Repository Details
Part of the Gilcrease Museum/Helmerich Center for American Research Repository
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