Isle of Wight County (Va.) Bonds/Comissions/Oaths, 1774-1937 circa

Access and use

Location of collection:
Library of Virginia
The Library of Virginia
800 East Broad Street
Richmond, VA 23219
Contact for questions and access:
POC: Archives Reference Services
Phone: (804) 692-3888

Summary

Creator:
Isle of Wight County (Va.) Circuit Court.
Language:
English

Background

Scope and content:

Isle of Wight County (Va.) Bonds/Comissions/Oaths, 1774-1937 circa, typically consist of bonds, commissions, oaths, certificates, and appointments related to holding public office. Some collections can include ministers' bonds.

Biographical / historical:

Isle of Wight County probably was named for the Isle of Wight off the south coast of England. It was first known as Warrosquyoake and was one of the eight shires established in 1634. The present name was given in 1637. Part of Nansemond County was added in 1769. Its area is 319 square miles, and the county seat is Isle of Wight.

Most pre-Revolutionary War-era loose records are missing. Volumes that record deeds, court orders, and wills exist.

Acquisition information:
These items came to the Library of Virginia in a transfer of court papers from Isle of Wight County.
Physical location:
Library of Virginia
Physical description:
1 box