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Collection GD1/665 - Mackenzie family of Ross-shire
Identity area
Reference code
GB 234 GD1/665
Title
Mackenzie family of Ross-shire
Date(s)
- 1633-1812 (Creation)
Level of description
Collection
Extent and medium
n/a
Context area
Name of creator
Mackenzie family of Ross-shire
(1633-1812)
Biographical history
The Mackezies of Seaforth owned the Isles of Lewis from 1610 until its sale to James Matheson in 1844. As well as owning the Lewis estate, they also held property in Ayr, Kirkcudbright, Ross and Wigtown and Lincoln, England.
Repository
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Immediate source of acquisition or transfer
Content and structure area
Scope and content
Obligation 1633-1651, deed 1642, discharges, 1648-1783, bond 1663, execution 1732, tacks 1754, memorial for the synod 1774, correspondence, 1811-1812
Appraisal, destruction and scheduling
Accruals
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Conditions governing access
Open
Conditions governing reproduction
Language of material
- English
Script of material
Physical characteristics and technical requirements
Paper records
Finding aids
Full catalogue available through National Records of Scotland online catalogue at http://www.nrscotland.gov.uk
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Name access points
- Mackenzie family of Ross-shire (Creator)
- Mackenzie family of Ross-shire (Subject)
