36th International Auction- part 2- philately & picture postcards

1925, Imperial grant by emperor Khai Dinh ??, the 12th emperor of the Nguy?n dynasty, dated Kai Dinh ?? 9th year 7th moon 25th day (August or early September 1925). Issued to a temple in Hanam province, B nhl?c ??? prefecture, H atrung village. Sized 134x50 cm (printed area 123x49.5 cm) showing the imperial dragon surrounded by five geometrical symbols. The dateline is calligraphed over a a vermilion strike of the imperial seal "Sac menh chi bao" (132x132 mm). The background is illuminated by hand in gold and silver. A stunning document intended for public exhibition on a wall. (DSO)