certificate of entry
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From 71 U.S. 210 - Witherspoon v. Duncan · 1866Most cited · 222 citing opinions
The contract of purchase is complete when the certificate of entry is executed and delivered, and thereafter the land ceases to be a part of the public domain. The government agrees to make proper conveyance as soon as it can, and in the meantime holds the naked legal fee in trust for the purchaser, who has the equitable title.