Quick question about old wills

[Liz from Lancs]

The will is dated Nov 1779. Sworn to by one of the executors on 1/3/1787.
Recorded 20/8/1787.

It was made in Antigua by a British person so probably same as British wills. Does it mean that she actually died around the date it was sworn to or recorded?

Thanks.

[Olde Crone Holden]

Probably, but you can never be sure. A will is sworn at probate I think and that could have been many years after she died, the delay being for various reasons.

I would think though that generally, a will goes to probate pretty fast after someone dies.

OC

[Liz from Lancs]

Thanks OC - just typing everything up on the Antigua Coulls.