| RefNo | HSF/3/21/13 |
| Level | Item |
| Title | Letter from William James Herschel, to 'Dearest Mother' [Margaret Brodie Herschel] |
| Creator | Herschel; Sir William James; second baronet (1833-1917); British developer of fingerprinting and judge |
| Date | 12 October 1873 |
| Description | He thanks his mother for her loving letter and work 'which I have already half read'. The last page is her own. All is hopeful, Mrs H is well, and he gives brief family news. |
| Extent | 2p. |
| Format | Manuscript |
| PhysicalDescription | Ink on paper |
| AccessStatus | Open |