Authentic 1853 Irish Land Conveyance Document

A rare and historically significant Irish legal document dated 29th July 1853, detailing the transfer of lands in Killorglin, County Kerry, under the provisions of Queen Victoria's "Encumbered Estates Act." The document is signed by two prominent commissioners of the time: The Right Honorable John Richards, a Baron of Her Majesty's Court of Exchequer in Ireland, and Mountfort Longfield, a renowned lawyer and economist. Key Features: Hand-drawn map: Detailed depiction of the townland of Farrantooreen, showing boundaries, fields, and surrounding geographic features. Official embossed seals: Blue embossed seals validate the document’s legal authenticity. Genealogical value: Includes the names of landowners and trustees such as Reverend William de Moleyns, Albert and Elizabeth Anne Rae, Charles French Tucker, and others. Historical context: Created under the Encumbered Estates Act (1849), which facilitated the sale of financially distressed lands in Ireland during the Victorian era. Condition: Excellent for its age. The vellum is intact, with minor folds and discoloration typical of documents from the mid-19th century. The text, map, and seals remain clear and legible. Provenance: Originally registered in Dublin’s Registry Office on 1st August 1853, this document is a genuine artifact from Ireland’s land history, offering insight into the social and economic dynamics of the time. Dimensions: 79 cm (31") x 69 cm (27") Ideal For: Collectors of Irish historical documents. Genealogy enthusiasts researching families from County Kerry. Museums or institutions interested in Irish land reform history.