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Age on Marriage Certificate - 'Minor'

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Paul

Paul Report 20 Sep 2003 13:16

Try looking for Baptism records. In most cases you may be able to cross reference this with the parent's names which would give you an advantage when applying for the Birth Cert

Lynne

Lynne Report 20 Sep 2003 13:06

Thanks for your responses, it looks like I'll just have to take pot luck when searching for their birth certs! Lynne

Janet

Janet Report 20 Sep 2003 12:10

I think in 1844 it was much lower than 21. I think possibly as low as 16, but they could still marry under that age with parental consent. Jan.

Lynne

Lynne Report 20 Sep 2003 11:06

I've just received a Marriage Certificate dated 1844. Both bride and groom are minors. What age would they be? I know I've seen the answer to this question before but cannot find it. Thanks Lynne