The concluding part of a document, sometimes commencing with 'In witness hereof', which states the manner of its execution. Testimoniums are not essential to ordinary written contracts, for so long as the agreement is signed. Formal requirements are required for a properly executed deeds, which require them to be "signed, sealed and delivered"; however modern law has relaxed the requirements.
Ordinary written contracts might be prepared for signing as follows.
Where an individual is to sign the contract in their personal capacity:
Signed on the date first mentioned [assuming the date is inserted at the top of the contract to be signed]
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[Name]
Where an individual signs on behalf of a company:
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[Name]
Director
For and on behalf of
Acme Limited
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Date
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[Name]
Director
For and on behalf of
Acme Limited
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Date
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