For homage and service, and a gressum of 8s, Bartholomew de Smaluwde [Smalwood?] confirms his gift to his brother Ralph of all his meadowland in Smaluwde, lying between meadow of William le Cupe' and meadow of Bartholomew's brother John. A quit-rent of one halfpenny is reserved for all services. Witnessed by Thomas de Hulmo, Stephen his brother, William de Herst, Robert his brother, Robert Freman, Bartholomew Gurram, Edmund son of Roger, and many others. Pendant tagged white round seal, device worn and legend illegible. Endorsed in a later hand: 'fr 45 / Pratum de Bradefeld'.
Gift of land, Smallwood, Cheshire
This material is held atCambridge University Library
- Reference
- GB 12 MS Doc.4058
- Dates of Creation
- (Undated, circa 13th century)
- Language of Material
- English .
- Physical Description
- 1 item(s) vellum vellum
Scope and Content
Access Information
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Acquisition Information
Purchased at Sotheby's, Lot 190 (Phillipps MS 41014), 13 April 1981
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Physical Characteristics and/or Technical Requirements
Some small holes, and stained by damp