Description: In-Depth Description: This is an original 1873 handwritten Last Will and Testament from McDuffie County, Georgia. The document includes beautifully preserved cursive handwriting on lined paper and bears an embossed county seal for authentication. It names Henry P. Hampton as the executor and outlines the inheritance and debt settlements, reflecting typical legal and familial responsibilities of the period. Historical legal documents from Georgia during this time are quite rare, especially those in such legible condition with clear signatures. The handwriting remains highly readable, making this document a valuable item for collectors of legal, genealogical, or Southern history artifacts. Additionally, its ties to McDuffie County enhance its regional significance. This piece provides an intimate look at post-Civil War Georgia, capturing the legal practices and social structures of the era.Rarity and Year: Dated 1873, this will is over 150 years old and provides a unique glimpse into the legal processes of the Reconstruction-era South. Given its preservation, the legibility of the handwriting, and the presence of a county seal, this document is rare and holds strong appeal for collectors of Southern history or early American legal documents.
Price: 249.95 USD
Location: Port Charlotte, Florida
End Time: 2024-10-20T16:07:54.000Z
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