Authenticated copy of the confirmation of the union of the gilds and the foundation of the college, 1355-05-25 - 1355-06-11
Scope and Contents
The cut-off date is fairly arbitrary, but most of these deeds, many of them concerning the acquisition of the college site and its environs, are related to properties first acquired by the gilds.
Dates
- Creation: 1355-05-25 - 1355-06-11
Language of Materials
English
Former / Other Reference
XXVII 20 (formerly 18)
Bibliography
General
Seals: 1. oval seal of Thomas Bishop of Ely; 2. oval seal of the gild of the Blessed Mary; 3. common (oval) seal of the University of Cambridge; 4. round seal of the Chapter of Ely.
Date information
DateText: Dates: 1. Hatfield, 25 May 1355; 2. Cambridge, 1 June 1355; 3. Ely, 11 June 1355.
Originator(s)
1. Thomas, Bishop of Ely; 2. the Chancellor and Masters of the University; and 3. Brother Alan, Prior of the Cathedral Church of Ely
Finding aid date
2004-03-08 12:19:33+00:00
Repository Details
Part of the Corpus Christi College Archives Repository
Corpus Christi College
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Cambridge CB2 1RH United Kingdom
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