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July 2024: Premier Selections

Fri, Jul 19, 2024 11:00AM EDT
Lot 1384

Grouping of Handwritten Documents on Vellum, Wills, Leases, Ect. British And French, Ca. 17th, 18th And 19th Centuries, 9 pcs

Estimate: $400 - $600

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Collection of documents that span the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries. Subject include leases, estates, wills and loans. All handwritten on vellum. Sizes vary from 4.25"x 8" to 37"x 40". In photo (top left column)- Release and Appointment of an Estate at Stratton upon Dunsmore in the County of Warwick... Dated 25th January 1812; (bottom left column)-Assignment of Indenture of William Harbey 29th October 1796: (top center column)- Appointment as Trustee and Executor John Farmiloe Esq. for Thos. Formiloe (Deceased) Estate 14th July 1897; (Middle center column) Small document written in Latin; (bottom center column) Illegibly written, possibly Latin, dated 1626; (top third column) Indenture 20th April possibly 1624; (middle third column) A Lease for 1 year,1766; bottom third column)Illegibly written document dated, 1715 ; (bottom right corner)English Lease document, 1708.

Condition

As-is condition. All pieces folded and creased. Scattered mildew. Fading to the ink. | Please note all lots show signs of wear commensurate with age and use, and the lack of a statement regarding condition does not imply the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from defects or the effects of aging. Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of DuMouchelles' specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the “Request Condition Report” or “Ask a Question” buttons or email conditions@dumoart.com.

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