Gift of land, Esminton, Sussex

This material is held atCambridge University Library

  • Reference
    • GB 12 MS Doc.4080
  • Dates of Creation
    • 1200 (Circa, undated)
  • Language of Material
    • English .
  • Physical Description
    • 1 item(s) vellum vellum

Scope and Content

In return for service, Robert de Ferles, son of Gerold de Ferles, confirms his gift to Robert son of Randulf de Esminton and to Robert's heirs, of all the land of Esminton. Reserving annual quit-rent of 6s for all services, saving those due to the king (monetary commutations specified). Witnessed by Randulf de Brad', Thomas de Bestenouer, Robert de Manekesie, Thomas [torn], Simon de Hidenie, Simon le Burgeis [torn] de Palern', Walter de Alurichestu', Robert le Porter, Nicholas Hereward, Thomas de Horsie, Richard de Ricardvill, Luke de Midele, and many others. Tag on which the scribe appears to have practised his penmanship, no seal.

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Acquisition Information

Purchased at Sotheby's, Lot 190 (Phillipps MS 40733), 13 April 1981

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Physical Characteristics and/or Technical Requirements

Badly torn, especially along RH edge; deed mounted on thin card