Medieval manuscript
Scope and Contents
Collection consists of a medieval manuscript granting half a farm, originating from France, dated July 22, 1359. The property is granted by Steue Decalmelas, inhabitant of the castle of Caylus.
Dealer description: "Sale by Steue decalmelas, inhabitant of the castle of Caylus, to Piere dalias and Galhart decalmelas, inhabitants of the castle of Caylus, of half a farm in the territory of puegginibros, in the fee of Ramon at, lord, and of the hospital of S. Johan [St. John] belonging to the house of the capela." The hospital was probably operated by the Knights of Malta, the oldest order of chivalry in the world, still in existence. In Latin. About 6 -1/4 x 1 2 inches, oblong. Dramatic signum (signature).
Dates
- 1359 July 22
Language of Materials
In 14th century Latin longhand.
Conditions Governing Access
This collection is housed off-site and requires 48-hours' notice for retrieval. Please contact Special Collections for more information.
Collection is open for use.
Conditions Governing Use
Single copies may be made for research purposes. Researchers are responsible for determining any copyright questions. It is not necessary to seek our permission as the owner of the physical work to publish or otherwise use public domain materials that we have made available for use, unless Johns Hopkins University holds the copyright.
Biographical Note
The manuscript is attributed to Steue Decalmelas, inhabitant of the castle of Caylus.
Extent
0.167 Cubic Feet (1 sheet)
Abstract
Collection consists of a medieval manuscript granting half a farm, originating from France, dated July 22, 1359. The property is granted by Steue Decalmelas, inhabitant of the castle of Caylus.
Immediate Source of Acquisition
The manuscript was purchased from Cohasco, Inc. on February 3, 2006.
Processing Information
Finding aid prepared by Kelly Spring on 4 January 2010.
- Title
- Medieval manuscript
- Description rules
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
- Language of description note
- English
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Repository
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