Deed and mortgage books, 1785-1900 [microform].

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Deed and mortgage books, 1785-1900 [microform].

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Transcriptions of deeds and mortgages showing land transactions which were recorded in the office of the clerk of superior court. Types of deeds may be fi fa (sheriff's), administrator, quit claim, guardian, probate, security, and trust deeds. In some cases, deeds to slaves may be recorded. Information recorded includes date of instrument, contracting parties, purchase price, legal description of property, county, signatures, and date of recording.

77 reels of microfilm (35 mm).

Georgia Department of Archives and History Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 8255339

Georgia Department of Archives and History Library

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