16th-century manuscript signed by Charles Howard, 2nd Baron Howard Earl of Nottingham lord high admiral, eldest son of William, first baron Howard of Effingham (1510? -1573), by William's second wife, Margaret, daughter of Sir Thomas Gamage of Coity in Glamorganshire. Additional signatures include "Henry Palmers" and "? Trevor". Set in a wood frame with patterned matting under glass.
Provenance: Lifelong memorabilia collection of John DiMauro (1953-2023)