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Early Letters: A, letters in natural philosophy from correspondents with surname starting 'A'

Reference number: EL/A

Date: 1664-1736

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Original letters and related material on natural philosophy, including illustrative items. Sent to the Royal Society for discussion at its meetings and, from 1665, for possible publication in its journal 'Philosophical Transactions'.

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EL/A
Earliest possible date
1664-1736
Physical description
Quarter bound in vellum, green cloth boards. Spine marked 'A'. Green cloth slip-case.
Page extent
1
Format
Manuscript

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Early Letters: A, letters in natural philosophy from correspondents with surname starting 'A', 1664-1736, EL/A, The Royal Society Archives, London, https://makingscience.royalsociety.org/items/el_a/early-letters-a-letters-in-natural-philosophy-from-correspondents-with-surname-starting-a, accessed on 16 February 2025

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  • Early Letters

    Dates: 1613-1740

    The archival collection known as 'Early Letters' is composed of original manuscript letters sent to, or collected by, the Royal Society from English and foreign correspondents.

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