The information written under the name notes that a Certificate of Baptism was issued on the date mentioned; Certificates of Baptism were required for persons who were to be confirmed (2nd baptism), married, or buried, in other parishes. The practice continues to the present day. The specific word you asked about is "Certidao," and it can indicate 1st, 2nd, 3rd, etc.
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