11 March 2007

Archival Word of the Week: Muniment

A Rolls There are lots of muniments described on the Archives Hub, sometimes within the records of universities themselves. An Anglo-Norman word, a muniment is a legal document, such as a title deed, preserved to protect ownership or privileges. Muniments may date back many centuries. Often found in rolls. Links: Not to be confused with monuments or Humument ...

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