Hand written document on vellum measuring 19½ inches by 9 inches.

 

Dated 24 January 1637.

 

Contents written in Latin.

 

People named in the agreement are:

•    Robert Briggs of Cridling in the Parish of Womersley in the County of York, Yeoman.

•    His son and heir William Briggs.

•    Francis Shakelton of Stapleton in the same County, Yeoman.

•    Edward Rolston of Cridling, Gent.

 

Relates to lands in Cridling.

 

CONDITION. Contents complete. Small hole (natural imperfection in the vellum) to left margin - contents not affected. Otherwise no holes or tears. Some darkening to vellum in places but good condition for a document of this age. Ink clear and free of fading. Retains all three vellum tabs and one pendant wax seal with the impression of a bird. The other seals are lacking.