Natural and Moral History of the Indies

A large, elaborate calligraphic flourish or paraph, possibly an initial 'V' or 'Vs', occupying the left side of the main text block.

Jo. Cap. Deuz Likely an abbreviation for João Capitão Deuz ———— Luiz
Jo. Da. Pez Likely João da Paz ———— Pedro
Do. Cap. Peo Likely Domingos Capitão Peixoto ———— Alfonso
Jo. Da. Bea Likely João da Beira ————
Jo. Da. Bem Likely João da Bemposta ————
Ant. Barbo Abbreviation for Antônio Barbosa ————

A small decorative mark or symbol resembling a cluster of dots or a bunch of grapes, located beneath the name 'Alfonso'.

mo Likely an abbreviation for "muito" (very) or "moço" (young man/servant), or part of a title like "mordomo" (steward).