Original 1870 German–Polish bilingual birth certificate (Geburts-Schein / Świadectwo Urodzenia) issued in Posen (Poznań), Prussia.

The certificate records the birth of Hugo Benno, born in Posen on June 2, 1850. The document appears to identify his parents as Friedrich Wilhelm Wögel and Anna Catharina Henriette Wögel, née Frank.

Issued in Posen on December 5, 1870, approximately twenty years after the recorded birth. The printed German and Polish text states that the certificate was issued for purposes of the military/canton system and was not valid for other civil matters.

Features red German and Polish typography, extensive period manuscript entries, an official ink seal and handwritten certification/signature.

An interesting original document from the Prussian Province of Posen, reflecting the region's German and Polish administrative history during the 19th century.

Condition shows age-related toning, spotting, numerous original folds, edge wear and some weakness/separation along fold lines. Pencil notations are present along the upper margin.

Measures approximately 9 inches wide by 7 inches tall.

Will be shipped folded in secure plastic sleeve and rigid envelope.