Testimonials in favor of Caim, son of Elia Coen of Corfu
Published: 1625
Place of publication: Venice, Italy and Kerkyra, Greece
Language: ita
Number of pages: 32
Subjects: Moneylenders; Sources; Jews; History; Appropriations and expenditures; Italian Manuscripts
Description: Volume of testimonials and letters of recommendation in favor of Caim di Elia Coen (Hayyim ben Elias Coen) of Corfu, spanning the period between 1625 to 1651. Caim Coen had lent considerable sums of money (without interest) to the Army of the Venetian Republic. It was used for the purchase of grain and other supplies. Many of the letters and testimonials express gratitude for his services.
Notes: Title supplied by cataloger.

Manuscript written on paper and parchment in a cursive hand.

Includes index.

Shelfmark: MS X893.19 C683.

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Mendelsohn, I. Descriptive catalogue of Semitic manuscripts, p. 692-696.

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Table of contents: title: Attestation issued by Antonio Pisani, Proveditor of the Armies based in Corfu, dated April 27, 1625, expressing gratitude for his extending considerable credit to the navy; title: Attestation signed by Lorenzo Tiepolo, Captain of the "Galeazze" (fleet of Venetian-style ships), dated June 1, 1625; title: Attestation by Luanni Priuli, Bailiff of Corfu, dated March 21, 1630, stating that Coen imported a large quantity of grain for his own money without charging interest; title: Attestation issued by Andrea Moresini, Captain of Corfu, dated April 10, 1630, stating that Coen "is a good and faithful subject not only in private matters, but also in the business of the fiscal chamber to which he himself has lent and obtained Jewish loans without interest."; title: Attestation by Antonio Capello, Captain of the Armed Galeazze, dated December 1, 1630, expressing complete satisfaction of the service rendered by Coen; title: Attestation by Lorenzo Tiepolo, Proveditor of the Armies, dated July 5, 1631, expressing full satisfaction"which renders him (Coen) worthy of public gratitude"; title: Attestation by Antonio Navagiero, Captain of the Shores, dated September 6, 1630, expressing gratitude for a loan.; title: Attestation by Andrea Vendramino, Proveditor and Captain of Corfu, dated April 13, 1632, emphasizing the large loans made by Coen for the support of the army and the provisions of grain during the recent past; title: Attestation by Antonio Pisani, Proveditor General of the three islands of the Levant, certifying the previous eight attestations, no date; title: Attestation by Gio. Dominico Minio, Bailiff of Corfu, dated May 1, 1632, stating that during the preceding months, while the city had suffered from a shortage of grain, "Rabbi" Caim Coen had taken great risk in sending a substantial sum of money to Turkey in order to provide food for the population, and that he deserved the gratitude of the Venetian Senate; title: Attestation by Antonio Navagier, Captain of the Galeazze, attesting the very ardent devotion of Coen; title: Attestation by Lorenzo Dolfin, Providetor of the Island of Corfu, dated August 10, 1635, praising the prompt and reliable service of Coen; title: Attestation by Andrea Sommigo, Captain of the Navy, dated April 10, 1636, recommending the services of Coen.; title: Attestation by Pietro Loredano, Proveditor and Captain of the Island of Corfu, undated, repeating the above recommendation. The signature is certified by the notary Stamo Calichiopolo and dated June 26, 1640; title: Attestation by Aluisi Zarzi, Proveditor General, dated September 9, 1640, declaring that Coen did not participate in the riots and that he is innocent. At the end of this document a seal can be found; title: Attestation by Antonio Pisani, Special Captain of the Armed Galeazze, dated January 23, 1641, attesting to Coen's services; title: Attestation by Aluisi Zarzi, dated June 16, 1641, recommending the assistance lent by Coen to the navy; title: Attestation by Gio. Battista Grimani, Proveditor and Inquisitor General, dated May, 1646, commending the services of Coen; title: Attestation by Giac. Donado, Proveditor of Corfu, dated July 16, 1646; title: Attestation by Nicolo Delfin, Proveditor General of the three islands, dated February 27, 1646.; title: Attestation by Gio. Capello, Captain General of the Sea, dated May 7, 1647; title: Attestation by Marco Contarini, Inquisitor in the Navy, dated November 13, 1647. Seal; title: Attestation by Lorenzo Dolfin, dated August 2, 1649; title: Attestation by Antonio Querini, Bailiff of Corfu, dated August 8, 1650; title: A copy of the attestation of Marin Manello, Proveditor of Corfu, dated September 16, 1650; title: Copy of an attestation contained in the letter of Gio. Antonio Zen, Proveditor General and Inquisitor of the three islands, under the date of February 16, 1650 with the copy of the decree of the Senate written to Zen under the date of March 18, 1651, expressing gratitude for Coen's services. These two copies are confirmed by Zen's own signatures and seal; title: Further statements by Zen dated December 30, 1649, November 20, 1650, and December 24, 1651 concerning: (1) an application by Coen to be allowed to bear any offensive and defensive arms; (2) with regard to the request of Caim and his son Elija asking permission to have two body guards carrying arms to prevent attacks by enemies. These requests by Coen were granted; (3) commendation of Coen's services. All these documents are confirmed by Zen's own signature.