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Treatises and other papers, 1604 - 1772

 Sub-Series
Reference Code: GBR/0180/RGO 1/67

Scope and Contents

Copies and some original treatises on astronomy, longitude, optics and other subjects, dated 1607-1704, with additional notes, letters, drafts of letters and a catalogue of manuscripts, 325 folios (foliated continuously). The writing is in the hands of Flamsteed and others.

Dates

  • Creation: 1604 - 1772

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

From the Management Group:

Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).

Extent

7 folder(s)

7 volume(s)

Language of Materials

English

Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements

There were originally fourteen volumes. However, as a consequence of some of the boards and covers becoming detached, the contents of some volumes have been placed in folders.

Former / Other Reference

A1/87

Finding aid date

2005-10-20 09:41:50+00:00

Includes index.

Repository Details

Part of the Cambridge University Library Repository

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