Revolutionary War Era Massachusetts Bay Deed
Revolutionary Era Deed
1777-1778
16 1/2 x 13 inches
Condition: Fair due to staining at folds.
This document is an original Massachusetts land deed from the Revolutionary War era, dated 1777. It is a partially printed legal document with handwritten details recording the sale of property in Gloucester.
Document Details
Type of Document: Land Deed (likely a warranty deed, a common form used for sales where title is guaranteed).
Date: The main body is dated the twelfth day of September 1777, and mentions the second year of American independence. There is a later handwritten attestation dated March 4th, 1778.
Location: Gloucester, in the County of Essex, within the State of Massachusetts Bay.
Grantor (Seller): Nathan Whipple.
Grantee (Buyer): Jonathan Whipple.
Consideration: The sum of ninety-nine pounds paid in hand.
Property Description: The land is described as "arable and pasture" and mentions a spring of "living water" and a walnut tree as boundary markers.
Witnesses: Signatures at the bottom appear to be Joshua Norwood and Winthrop Norton.
Historical Context
The use of the term "State of Massachusetts Bay" is notable, as it predates the adoption of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Constitution in 1780. Land records from this period are vital for establishing property ownership and often provide important genealogical clues. Such historical documents from the Revolutionary War period are collectible due to their age and historical significance.
Revolutionary Era Deed
1777-1778
16 1/2 x 13 inches
Condition: Fair due to staining at folds.
This document is an original Massachusetts land deed from the Revolutionary War era, dated 1777. It is a partially printed legal document with handwritten details recording the sale of property in Gloucester.
Document Details
Type of Document: Land Deed (likely a warranty deed, a common form used for sales where title is guaranteed).
Date: The main body is dated the twelfth day of September 1777, and mentions the second year of American independence. There is a later handwritten attestation dated March 4th, 1778.
Location: Gloucester, in the County of Essex, within the State of Massachusetts Bay.
Grantor (Seller): Nathan Whipple.
Grantee (Buyer): Jonathan Whipple.
Consideration: The sum of ninety-nine pounds paid in hand.
Property Description: The land is described as "arable and pasture" and mentions a spring of "living water" and a walnut tree as boundary markers.
Witnesses: Signatures at the bottom appear to be Joshua Norwood and Winthrop Norton.
Historical Context
The use of the term "State of Massachusetts Bay" is notable, as it predates the adoption of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Constitution in 1780. Land records from this period are vital for establishing property ownership and often provide important genealogical clues. Such historical documents from the Revolutionary War period are collectible due to their age and historical significance.
