Wills Appraisal

Forms of Wills, With Practical Notes (Eleventh Edition)

This item is the title page of a legal textbook titled 'Forms of Wills, With Practical Notes.' It is the eleventh edition, authored by J. B. Matthews, who is identified as being 'of The Middle Temple, Barrister-At-Law.' The author is also credited with other works, including 'A Manual of the Law relating to Married Women,' 'The Law relating to Covenants in Restraint of Trade,' and 'The Law relating to Children and Young Persons.' The page features a quote: '“Let's choose executors and talk of wills.” RICH. II., Act II., Sc. 1.' The imprint indicates major publishing houses and their locations: Sweet & Maxwell, Limited, 3, Chancery Lane, London; Meredith, Ray, and Littler, Manchester; Hodges, Figgis & Co., and E. Ponsonby, Dublin; and C. F. Maxwell, Melbourne & Sydney. The publication year is clearly stated as 1898. The page itself appears to be made of paper, with a warm, aged, light brown or sepia tone, suggesting its vintage. The text is printed in black or very dark ink, utilizing various font styles and sizes for hierarchy—larger, bolder fonts for the title and author, and smaller fonts for additional details and publisher information. The overall physical characteristic observed from the image is the slight discoloring of the paper with age. As described, the item is in good condition, showing no significant tears, stains, or creases on the visible title page, consistent with a well-preserved antique book.