NRS-13248 | Writs of Fieri facias, 1881-1971

These are writs of execution directing the Sheriff to levy from the goods and chattels of the debtor a sum equal to the amount of a judgment debt and interest. The Sheriff can seize goods and also, where necessary, conduct a sale by auction. State Records has retained a sample of these records only, to illustrate the functions of the Sheriff's Office. (19/18273B-18313 part). 41 boxes (part). Note: This description is extracted from Concise Guide to the State Archives of New South Wales, 3rd Edition 2000.