Signature on 2nd codicil of Samuel Pepys, dated 13 May 1703 (catalogue ref: PROB 1/9)
A codicil is an extra signed document added to a will. It is used to make changes to the will, such as adding the names of other people whom you want to include in your will.
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S Pepys
Look at Sources 2a and 2b.
- What is the difference between these two signatures?
- Can you explain why they are different? [Look at the dates of the signatures; also note Pepys died on 26 May 1703.]
- How and why do you think the red wax was stuck next to each signature?