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Diplomatics, Papal
http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/05021a.htmThe word diplomatics denotes in English the science of ancient official documents, more especially of those emanating from the chanceries of popes, kings, emperors, and other authorities possessing a recognized jurisdiction.
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