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Scotland (Counties as in 1851-1901) => Scotland => Renfrewshire => Topic started by: roryboy on Wednesday 19 May 10 21:42 BST (UK)

Title: "MINORS"
Post by: roryboy on Wednesday 19 May 10 21:42 BST (UK)

Hi All,  This is actually and English query, probably, but does anyone know what the age of a  "minor" was in 1860 ? Please. Was it 21 or 18 or ?. No age on an English Marriage Certificate, linked with Scottish Ancestors.
Thank You. xxxx

Title: Re: "MINORS"
Post by: Little Nell on Wednesday 19 May 10 21:59 BST (UK)

Under 21 in both England and Scotland.

But beware those who decided to be a little creative with what they told the registrar/minister or whoever.

Nell

Title: Re: "MINORS"
Post by: roryboy on Thursday 20 May 10 17:49 BST (UK)

Thank You Little Nell