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582. A Lot of Early 19th Century Vellum Documents

Two copies of the personal will Capt. George Cornish Gambier. Gambier was captain for the Royal Navy of the ship, Dauntless, during the years 1821-1823. Documents include "The Principal Registry" from "Her Majesty's High Court of Justice" dated June 28, 1879 and fixed with two royal stamps. The "Last Will and Testament" written in calligraphy bequeathing his estate to his nephew. Double sided document would have been folded to display "Probate of the Will of Capt. George Cornish Gambier deceased". Final document is an octagonal "Seal of Her majesty's High Court of Justice" which would have been used to seal the will.



100/200   Sold $40.25
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