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Authentic 1867 Genesee County, New York Handwritten Land Deed (7.25 Acres)Up for sale is an exceptional, completely original 19th-century legal indenture and warranty deed dated May 7, 1867. This document records a land transaction in the Town of Bethany, Genesee County, New York, transferring a plot of land within the historic Holland Land Company survey from Nathan and Rhoda Rumsey to Charles H. Rumsey for the sum of $1,000.Local History & Genealogy: Mentions several prominent local historical figures, landmarks, and early neighbors in Bethany, NY, including surveyor Joseph Ellicott, William C. Meyer, Dr. Garret B. Cutler, Edmund Stebbins, John Sill, and Lauren Brown.References the historical boundaries of the region, specifically tracking land lines down to \"chains and links\" along the historic Center Road.Civil War Era Revenue Stamps: The final page features two beautiful, authentic 50-cent blue George Washington U.S. Internal Revenue stamps affixed to the left margin, hand-canceled. These federal tax stamps are a highly sought-after feature for stamp and fiscal history collectors (philatelists).Hand-signed at the conclusion by Nathan Rumsey and Rhoda Rumsey, featuring intact contemporary applied paper/wax seals. Witnessed and notarized by local Justice of the Peace, John W. Bosworth.The document is in very good antique condition given its nearly 160-year age.
The ink remains crisp, dark, and highly legible. Minor, typical creasing from historic folding. Paper remains strong with minimal toning, fraying, or discoloration along the edges. No major tears or stains affecting the integrity of the text. Revenue stamps are intact, bright, and securely affixed.51/35
