1277-01-24, Worcester

Order date: inferred Regnal year 5 Edward I · Edward I · Close Rolls · Membrane 12

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Dated in source: “Jan. 24” · Place: Worcester (Worcestershire)

Manuscript The National Archives, series C 54, membrane 12 (class as printed in the calendar; consult AALT/TNA for the original roll)

To the sheriff of Essex. Order to deliver to Matilda, late the wife of Richard de la Rokele, tenant in chief, the manor of Great Wokendon, which belonged to Richard, as the king has granted it to her to hold in tenancy until he shall cause dower to be assigned to her. To Richard de Holebrok, the king's steward.

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