Republic of Texas Court Document Authorizing Seizure of Slaves to Pay Debt

7.75" x 11.75". Court document of Washington County, Republic of Texas, dated August 3, 1852, authorizing the Sheriff of the county to accept "two negroes...named David about thirty years of age and the other named Melinda about twenty years old" as collateral in place of cash for a judgment rendered by the court. **Good condition. Some wear to corners and edges with some creases from folding, Some minor foxing and light staining present.** $300 - $500