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Questions about Judith Quiney

Short answers, pulled from the story.

When was Judith Quiney born and who were her parents?

Judith Quiney was baptized on the 2nd of February 1585 as the daughter of William Shakspere. She was one half of a fraternal twin pair recorded in the parish register for Holy Trinity Church in Stratford-upon-Avon.

Why did Thomas Quiney face public punishment after marrying Judith Shakespeare?

Thomas Quiney faced public punishment because he impregnated another woman named Margaret Wheeler before his marriage to Judith. He appeared before the Bawdy Court on the 26th of March 1616 to confess carnal copulation and received a sentence requiring him to wear a white sheet while walking before the congregation for three Sundays.

How much money did William Shakespeare leave to Judith Quiney in his will?

William Shakespeare bequeathed £100 to Judith Quiney in discharge of her marriage portion plus another £50 if she gave up the Chapel Lane cottage. A further £150 waited three years after the will date with interest going to Judith but principal denied to Thomas unless lands of equal value were bestowed.

What happened to the children born to Judith and Thomas Quiney?

Judith and Thomas Quiney had three sons who died within two decades starting from 1617. Their son Richard Quiney died at age 21 on the 6th of February 1639 and their other son Thomas Quiney died at age 19 on the 28th of January 1639.

When did Judith Quiney die and how old was she at death?

Judith Quiney was announced dead on the 9th of February 1662 one week after turning 77. Her burial took place in the grounds of Holy Trinity Church though the exact grave location remains unknown.