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Overview of the Records
Repository:
New York State Archives
New York State Education Department
Cultural Education Center
Albany, NY 12230
Summary:
Quit rents were a remnant of feudal dues that were levied during both the colonial and early statehood periods. Quit rents
were very unpopular and were finally abolished by the Constitution of 1846. This series consists of certificates (printed
forms) that document payments and commutation of annual quit rents. Type of information provided is consistent throughout
the series, including patent number; payee; patentee; lot number or other description; acreage; amount, interest, and total
paid; and date of certificate.
Creator:
Title:
Receipts for payment and certificates of commutation of quit rents
Quantity:
2 cubic feet
10 volumes
Inclusive Dates:
1754-1848
Bulk Dates:
1806-1848
Series Number:
B1612
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