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King's warrant appointing Nevil Maskelyne 'Our Astronomical Observator in our Observatory at Greenwich', 1765-02-08

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Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 218/3/9

Scope and Contents

Royal warrant of appointment, detailing Maskelyne's duties and fixing his salary (£100 plus £26 for an assistant or servant). Signed by the Earl of Sandwich and George III.

Dates

  • Creation: 1765-02-08

Creator

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Extent

2 page(s) (2 pp.) : Paper

Language of Materials

English

Finding aid date

2016-06-13 11:45:03+00:00

Repository Details

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