Notes headed 'Ex Epistola cuiusdam ad amicum' on the priority dispute with Leibniz, 1706 - 1720
Scope and Contents
The letters and papers relate chiefly to interests in natural philosophy and mathematics, but there are also a few on the Palatines and French codes and on family matters.
Comparing the contents with the 1798 catalogue, bundle number 12 is missing.
Dates
- Creation: 1706 - 1720
Creator
Conditions Governing Access
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Extent
1 sheet(s) (1 double sheet)
Language of Materials
Latin
Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements
This item is torn along the fold.
Date information
DateText: 1706x1720.
Originator(s)
Newton, Isaac
Finding aid date
2010-07-07 12:05:25+00:00
Repository Details
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