Celse Springorum
Celce Springorum is the earliest known individual with the Springorum name in surviving documents. The first record of her dates to 21 December 1423. In a charter from 1423 two brothers, Johan and Diderich van Lutsikendorp, sold a hereditary estate “by the bridge at Bochum” (now the site of the Bishop’s house) to Celce Springorum. The deed includes all associated lands, woods, and rights, and affirms that the purchase was fully paid, with no remaining claims by the sellers or their heirs. Witnesses and seals authenticate the transaction.
Events & References
Sale of a Hereditary Property in Bochum
21 December 1423 · Bochum, Deutschland
In 1423, before the court of Bochum, the brothers Johan and Diderich van Lutsikendorp sold a hereditary property near the bridge, together with all associated lands, rights, and appurtenances, to Celse Springorum and her lawful heirs. The sellers declared the purchase price fully paid and formally renounced all present and future claims, extending this renunciation to their own heirs. The transaction was publicly confirmed before the judge and witnesses, sealed as a valid and binding court charter, and ratified on 21 December 1423. This document is among the earliest known records to mention the name Springorum.
Reference: Sale of a Hereditary Property in Bochum