1853 Antique Vellum Land Deed: Hillingdon, Middlesex - Hand-Drawn Map (Signed)

1853 Antique Vellum Land Deed: Hillingdon, Middlesex - Hand-Drawn Map (Signed)

$69.80
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1853 Antique Vellum Land Deed: Hillingdon, Middlesex - Hand-Drawn Map (Signed)
$69.80
Sale price  $69.80 Regular price 

1853 Antique Vellum Land Deed: Hillingdon, Middlesex - Hand-Drawn Map (Signed)

$69.80
Sale price  $69.80 Regular price 
Description

Own a beautiful, original piece of mid-Victorian history. This hand-inscribed legal indenture, dated October 13, 1853, is an authentic conveyance document detailing the transfer of land known as "Lot 25" within the Cowley Estate in the parish of Hillingdon, Middlesex.

Historical and Aesthetic Highlights

Original Victorian Indenture: A professionally preserved legal instrument on high-quality vellum, featuring exquisite calligraphy, original revenue stamps, and official wax seals.

Unique Feature – Hand-Drawn Map: This document includes a rare, original hand-drawn property map in the margin, clearly outlining the parcel of land and its relationship to the surrounding "Norton Road" and "Middle Shot Lane."

Provenance: This deed serves as a primary source document recording a mid-19th-century real estate transaction between parties including Daniel Norton and William Henry Kitchen.

Artisanal Quality: The ornate "This Indenture" script and professional iron-gall ink handwriting make this a perfect display piece for collectors, "dark academia" aesthetics, law office decor, or historical archives.

Item Details

Date: October 13, 1853

Location: Hillingdon, Middlesex, UK (Cowley Estate)

Material: Authentic vellum (animal skin parchment)

Condition: Excellent antique condition with original fold lines, clear text, and intact wax seals. Please refer to the photos to appreciate the document's historical character.

Who Should Buy This?

Collectors of Legal History: Ideal for those documenting property law and British land records.

Interior Decorators: Its unique map, rustic texture, and historical seals provide a sophisticated, classic atmosphere for framing.

Local Historians & Genealogists: A valuable primary record of land ownership in 19th-century Hillingdon.

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