Charter by William of Melgdrum, laird of Clesch to James of Dundas, 30th April 1417
Scope and Contents
Charter by William of Melgdrum, laird of Clesch, granting to James of Dundas [of that ilk ?], the lands of Craigtoun in the tenement of Philpston, in the barony of Abcrcorn, and constabulary of Linlithgow; to be held from the granter and his heirs of the Hospital of St. John of Jerusalem, under reversion, to be redeemed for the sum of £40 Scots, payable in the parish church of Dunmanin [Dalmeny], Dated at Edinburgh, 30th April 1417 (?). No witnesses.
Dates
- Creation: 30th April 1417
Creator
- William of Melgdrum, laird of Clesch (Person)
Language of Materials
Latin
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Archivist's Note
The writ is cut and worn, some portions being scarcely legible. On the back is written 'Vmq' James Dundas, laird of Dundas, and faider to Duncan, chairtour of Cragtoun, etc., maid be the laird of Cleis, first proprietor.'
Margaret Forrest 13th May 2010
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