Bartolomeo Alberto Cappellari, Gregory xvi (1765-1846) Pope in 1831. Handwritten bull in his name, Rome at St. Peter's, March 14, 1842; vellum, broadsheet (44 x 69 cm), "Gregorius" and 3 initials of the 1st line in large ornate letters, large lead seal Gregorius Papa XVI hanging on red and yellow cord; in Latin. Appointment to a benefice in favor of Ferdinand Ferdinando Amaralito of Ferrara. Signatures of chancellery.