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1606 LAW TREATISE ON TAXES ANTIQUE VELLUM BOUND TRACTATUS DE CENSIBUS - Tractatus de censibus in quo declarantur constitutiones Pii Quinti Martini, Calisti and Nicolai Atque tantoe soluuntur egregiae question ex illis prouenientes Author Virginio de Boccatijs à Cingulo I. V. C. Romano Subsequitur brevis enarratio.............. Augustae Taurinorum; 1606 The Tractatus de Cencibus is a legal and administrative work that analyzes the provisions and constitutions of Pope Pius V regarding the fiscal system and ecclesiastical taxes. In particular, the text outlines the principles that govern the censuses, or taxes that the ecclesiastical authorities imposed on various goods and properties. The work is distinguished by its systematic structure, clearly presenting the rules and procedures related to tax collection, as well as the responsibilities of ecclesiastical officials. It also explores the moral and social implications of the tax system, emphasizing the importance of justice and fairness in the application of the laws. In this context, the Tractatus de Cencibus serves not only as a practical manual for officials, but also as a reflection on the ethical and religious values that should guide the administration of ecclesiastical finances. Its importance lies in providing an in-depth view of fiscal management within the Catholic Church of the period. Original limp vellum, manuscript title to the spine 180 + 2 blank + 196 + 27 index pp. Total 405 pages Size 6 by 8 1/4 inches Two-column text Very good interior, some wear of binding Text in Latin Please make all inquiries before bidding. All lots are sold ”as-is”, refer to our T&C. Helios Auctions will ship all lots domestically for $25.00 per lot. Combined and international shipping are available. The rates will be provided upon request.