Franklin County, Virginia, Marriage Bond Index, 1786-1858

The western Virginia County of Franklin was formed in 1786 and by 1850 had a population of over 17,000. This database is a collection of marriage bonds recorded by the county between 1786 and 1858. Transcribed from the original records, this collection reveals the names of both bride and groom, along with the date of bond filing. In many entries, the name of witness who was present at the bond is also provided. With over 6500 records and about 16,000 individual names, this can be a helpful database for those seeking western Virginian ancestors.