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Up for sale is a fascinating piece of early 20th-century American legal history. This is an original, fully handwritten Deed of Trust (Mortgage Indenture) dated May 5, 1908, originating from Middlesex County, Virginia.The document is cleanly penned in a classic cursive script of the era on aged, folded legal paper. It details a real estate transaction and loan security agreement for a 24-acre tract of land. It features distinct signatures, legal seals, and recording notes.Historical Content & Names Listed:
• Date: May 5, 1908
• Location: Middlesex County, Virginia (adjoining the Burnett estate)
• Grantors / Buyers: Robert Burnett & James S. Burnett
• Trustee: W. P. Jones
• Beneficiary / Lender: W. P. Jones
• Surety / Guarantor: Hezekiah Burnett
• Transaction Details: A trust agreement securing a balance of $127.45 for a 24-acre land parcel, to be paid within one year.Condition Report:
This item is in good antique condition considering it is well over 115 years old. The paper shows beautiful, natural age-toning and expected fold lines from historical storage. The ink remains dark, vibrant, and entirely legible. There are minor edge tears along the fold creases that do not affect any text. No heavy staining or major moisture damage.51/37
