Nothing in this title contained shall in any way affect, abridge or abrogate any title to or rights or interests in any real estate or personal property lawfully given, acquired and existing at the time when the Revised Statutes take effect.
N.J. Stat. Ann. § 46:2-1
Titles, rights and interests preserved
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