Griffin was listed in the register as having a yellow complexion and being 5 feet 5.5 inches tall. The forefinger on his right hand was cut off, and he had scars on his left wrist and left shoulder. In Common Law Book D, his appearance was described in the same manner. In Common Law Book E, his age was recorded as 33 years old. Griffin was also listed in the Requisition Records alongside numerous free Black men who were requisitioned for labor by Major General Breckinridge.
In IAS Book 4, the partition of the lands and other property of Edward Watts, Griffin is listed among the enslaved individuals that were bequeathed to Edward Watts's daughter, Letitia Watts Rives. A value of $1500.00 was placed on Griffin.