| RefNo | HS/7/378 |
| Level | Item |
| Title | Letter, from Robert F Fox to Sir John Herschel, dated at Morebattle, Scotland |
| Recipient | John Frederick William Herschel |
| Date | 20 February 1840 |
| Description | Autograph letter signed by sender. Discusses his interest in optics and various works he has consulted in his self learning. Describes the telescopes and instruments he has built. Refers to the biggest diffiuclty continually faces, of not being able to procure 'good glass' or flint, and requests assistance with this matter. |
| Language | English |
| Extent | 4pp |
| Format | Manuscript |
| Place origin | Morebattle, Scotland |
| Digital images | View item on Science in the Making |
| AccessStatus | Open |
Fellows associated with this archive
| Code | PersonName | Dates |
| NA8238 | Herschel; Sir; John Frederick William (1792 - 1871); mathematician and astronomer | 1792 - 1871 |