The collection amounts to .05 cubic feet and is composed of two pamphlets dated August 28, 1902 for Van Buren County in Michigan. Each pamphlet measures the same, 5 ½ x 7 ¼ inches. The pamphlet is not bound by anything folded to make the pamphlet.

The pamphlets have four pages which contain a typed list of legally qualified teachers for Van Buren County. Each page contains what type of certificate the teacher has then the name plus what town, township, county, or city they live in. The front cover page has a header then continues on with the certificate types and teachers. The certificates go from State certificates, university, college, state normal-life, normal certificates-term, first grade, second grade certification, third grade and primary teachers. Also, is listed is when the certificate expires. The pamphlets are printed typed pages in black ink. There are different typefaces on the pamphlets.

The pamphlets are in good condition although there is some wear along the edges and yellowed pages. There are some creases from being folded over the years. The back of one of the booklets is dirty with a few stains. The printed typed pages are still legible, with just some of the ink faded away.