Genealogy Chat

Certificates issued before about 1860ish can be rather limited in detail even though they all, after 1837 had potential for the same information.

Some of my early ones just give a town or village name for the address, so not so helpful if you have a large group with one surname in that area.
Cause of death might also be vague
'Visitation by God'
or
'Decay of Nature'
are 2 of mine.

You never know though. You might get added information
I have one from 1847 where the informant was the Coroner and cause of death shows.........

Fracture of the skull by an iron shutter bolt.
Wilful murder against Thomas Isle and others, ...6 days p.mort.

So I find them generally very useful.

Gwyn

Thank you Inspector Green Pen

Taken from one issued in 1852

Reg District & No of cert

Columns
1. When and where died
2. Name and surname
3. Sex
4. Age
5. Occupation
6. Cause of death
7. Signature, description and residence of informant
8. When registered
9. Signature of registrar

Can anyone tell me what information is to be found on an 1800's death certificate?

Thank you

Mary