| RefNo | MS/957/6 |
| Level | Item |
| Title | Letter from Sir Joseph Banks, London, to Captain Henry Kater |
| Creator | Banks; Sir Joseph; baronet (1742-1820); British naturalist and patron of science |
| Date | 23 June 1818 |
| Description | Letter certifying that Captain Henry Kater has been commissioned by President and Council of the Royal Society to investigate the length of the seconds pendulum at different latitudes and locations, and requesting the aid of all persons.
Signed and with the seal of Sir Joseph Banks. |
| Extent | 2p. [p.2 blank] |
| Format | Manuscript |
| PhysicalDescription | Ink on paper |
| Dimensions | 320x201mm. |
| AccessStatus | Open |
Fellows associated with this archive
| Code | PersonName | Dates |
| NA8116 | Banks; Sir; Joseph (1744 - 1820); naturalist | 1744 - 1820 |