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The Royal Society: Science in the Making

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Birth of Alexander Stewart Herschel, son of John Frederick William Herschel and Margaret Brodie Stewart

5 February 1836

Autograph letter signed by sender. Regarding the collections of anatomical specimens assembled by Mr. Verreaux and the possibility of its disposal if sent to London.

Reference number: HS/5/352