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1807 antique ELIZABETH DAVIS SIMON DAVIS fairfax va LAND DEED 1801 VIRGINIA
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AI Disclosure: This description was prepared with AI assistance using the photographs of the original document. Names and historical details should be verified against the early 19th-century handwritten land indenture dated December 1, 1800, involving Elizabeth Davis, widow and relict of Nehemiah Davis, deceased, of Fairfax County, Virginia, and Simon Davis, also of Fairfax County.
The document records Elizabeth Davis conveying to her son Simon Davis her interest in a parcel of land situated along Difficult Run in Fairfax County, formerly part of Loudoun County, Virginia.
The property is described as land originally purchased by Nehemiah Davis from William Helm and his wife, who had conveyed it to Nehemiah Davis by deed. The indenture references the original transaction, acreage, adjoining lands, improvements, hereditaments, and appurtenances.
The consideration is stated as one dollar, together with natural love and affection, and the property is conveyed to Simon Davis, his heirs, and assigns.
Notable details include:
Elizabeth Davis, widow of Nehemiah Davis
Simon Davis, son and grantee
Fairfax County, Virginia
Difficult Run waterway
References to William Helm and his wife
Land formerly situated in Loudoun County
Family property transfer and inheritance history
Original signatures and witness court certification dated July 1801
The document bears the signature of Elizabeth Davis and additional signatures including Benjamin H. Davis, Vincent Gibson, and Margaret Wright.
The reverse contains a Fairfax County Court certification dated July 1801, acknowledging the deed and its recording.
An excellent primary-source document for researchers of early Virginia landownership, genealogy, property conveyances, and the Davis family of Fairfax County.
Measurements: Approximately 8 x 10.5 inches.
Condition: Original folded manuscript with expected age-related toning, scattered staining and spotting, fold creases, and minor edge wear. Small areas of weakness and wear at fold intersections. Handwriting remains substantially legible. Please examine photographs carefully.
Authentic period piece related to family, historyor local heritage - well-suited for historical collections, genealogical /genealogy research, or museum acquisition.Vintage or Antique.
CONDITION: Some splitting at folds and other wear. See listing description and photos.
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