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The earliest probate packets are arranged in 3 series arranged alphabetically by surname. The more recent records are filed by date. | The earliest probate packets are arranged in 3 series arranged alphabetically by surname. The more recent records are filed by date. | ||
An index is available on the [http://www.archway.archives.govt.nz/ Archives of New Zealand] website, which will give the probate record number associated with a name. When you search for a name on the index, it will bring up a list of documents that mention that name. When you find the entry you are looking for, click on "Order Details" to find the probate record number. On FamilySearch find the range of record numbers that includes your record number. Be prepared to sort through the files as they are often out of numerical order at the beginning of the set. | An index is available on the [http://www.archway.archives.govt.nz/ Archives of New Zealand] website, which will give the probate record number associated with a name. When you search for a name on the index, it will bring up a list of documents that mention that name. When you find the entry you are looking for, click on "Order Details" to find the probate record number. On FamilySearch find the range of record numbers that includes your record number. Be prepared to sort through the files as they are often out of numerical order at the beginning of the set. | ||
'''Search this collection by image''' | |||
To search the collection, select "Browse through images" on the initial collection page ⇒Select the “Probate Court” ⇒Select the “Record Type, Date Range and Volume” which takes you to the images. | |||
Look at the images one by one comparing the information with what you already know about your ancestors to determine which one is your ancestor. You may need to compare the information about more than one person to make this determination. | |||
== Known Issues with This Collection == | == Known Issues with This Collection == | ||