The original records on file in Isle of Wight County and abstracted in this work are: Wills and Administrations Book A (1641-1650), Will and Deed Books 1 and 2 (1658-1659, 1666-1719), Will Books 3-11 (1726-1800), Deed Book I (1691-1695), Administrations and Probates (1666-1701), and The Great Book (1719-1729). In addition to the names of the testators and legatees, the entries provide the names of executors, securities, and witnesses and frequently include assignments of property.