# 164 Change of subject without testator’s knowledge
Where a thing specifically bequeathed undergoes a change between the date of the will and the testator's death, and the change takes place without the knowledge or sanction of the testator, the legacy is not adeemed.
Illustration
A bequeaths to B "all my 3 per cent. Consols". The Consols are, without A's knowledge, sold by his agent, and the proceeds converted into East India Stock. This legacy is not adeemed.
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CHAPTER XVI.--Of Ademption of Legacies
160
Non-ademption of specific bequest of goods described as connected with certain place, by reason of removal161
When removal of thing bequeathed does not constitute ademption162
When thing bequeathed is a valuable to be received by testator from third person; and testator himself, or his representative, receives it163
Change by operation of law of subject of specific bequest between date of will and testator’s death165
Stock specifically bequeathed lent to third party on condition that it be replaced166
Stock specifically bequeathed sold but replaced, and belonging to testator at his death167
Non-liability of executor to exonerate specific legatees
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