There is hereby imposed on each deed, instrument, or writing by which any lands, tenements, or other realty sold within the County shall be granted, assigned, transferred, or otherwise conveyed to, or vested in, the purchaser or purchasers or any other person or persons, by his or their direction, when the consideration or value of the interest or property conveyed (exclusive of the value of any lien or encumbrances remaining thereon at the time of sale) exceeds One Hundred and no/100ths ($100.00) Dollars, a tax at the rate of fifty-five (55¢) cents for each Five Hundred and no/100ths ($500.00) Dollars, or fractional part thereof. (§ 2, Ord. 578)