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"W. Scott Smith" <[log in to unmask]>
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Mon, 19 Sep 2005 11:38:28 -0400
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>so why is the real estate agent claiming it's circa 1735?
>(They are so sneaky. I'm glad I'm not niave and rich - haha)
>And when was this current structure built? Evidently the
>current mansion was built some time after 1883.

I don't have Ken Lay's book, but I do have the CD that includes the book and
a larger database. There are 8 files on houses named "Belmont" in Albemarle
County.

The house that he lists as "Belmont 4" includes a b&w photo that closely
matches the realtor's web site. Other information in this file is: Const.
Late 19th century, portico added in 1950s. Architect: Marshall Well,
Architect. Built for Alfred Bruan. Virginia Dept. of Historic Resources
#2-942. The Movie "Giant" was filmed there in the 1950s. 2 Story Brick w/1
Story Brick Wings, Tetrastyle Portico, 3 Bay, T-Plan, Broken Pediment
Doorway w/Sidelights, 6/9, 8/12, Running Bond, Spiral Stair. 1 exterior
image.


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W. Scott Breckinridge Smith
The Antiquaries, LC
Post Office Box 75, Lynchburg, Virga. 24505
H:434-528-3995 M:434-401-3995  www.TheAntiquaries.com




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