Georgian Era Women - Social History 

A Wife's Receipt for her Husbands Monthly Allowance

An unusual glimpse into Georgian marital and household finances. The wife of Walter Stodland receiving a defined monthly allowance from her husband reflects the way money within marriage was often controlled and recorded, especially among middling or genteel households.

The phrase “allowance to me by my husband” gives it strong social-history interest, reflecting:

• Women’s domestic financial position in the 18th century
• Married women and household allowances
• Georgian family economy
• Private financial arrangements within marriage
• Social history, 1779

The sum of £2 per month was not trivial in 1779. It suggests a household with some means, rather than a very poor domestic arrangement. An interesting piece of Georgian women’s social history

In good condition - original antique manuscript document with folds and edge wear