THE ROLE OF MASTER'S WILL AND CAUSA PECULIARIS FOR THE CREATION OF THE PECULIUM

Abstract

Slaves can have their own quasi patrimonium – peculium. It consists of property granted by their masters or acquired from third parties. The focus of this article is to clarify the nature of the concessio peculii and answer the question whether it is the act which creates the peculium. Furthermore, it explores the role of the master's will and causa peculiaris for the creation of the peculium. Finally, the study considers the way for creation of the peculium without the master's will through the acquisition of property from third parties.