This is assent.

Effect of executors assent Effect of executors assent. The assent of the executor to a legacy gives effect to it from the death of the testator.

1. (a) A legatee sells his legacy before it is assented to by the executor. The executor's subsequent assent operates for the benefit of the purchaser, and completes his title to the legacy.
2. (b) A bequeaths 1,000 rupees to B the executor does not assent to this bequest during his life.