| RefNo | MS/257/4/170 |
| AltRefNo | Sa.1299 |
| Previous numbers | ES4/4/1299 |
| Level | Item |
| Title | Letter from Robert Hermann Schomburgk, Surbiton to Edward Sabine |
| Date | 2 October 1848 |
| Description | Schomburgk asks Sabine if he has ‘any commands for Germany generally, and for [Alexander von] Humboldt especially’, as he intends to leave for Germany on the 11th [October]. Refers to a conversation with Sir Edward Belcher regarding dipping needles and conveys Belcher’s opinion regarding the needles he should take on his journey. Schomurgk enquires after chronometers. |
| Extent | 4p |
| Format | Manuscript |
| PhysicalDescription | Ink on paper |
| AccessStatus | Open |
Fellows associated with this archive
| Code | PersonName | Dates |
| NA2441 | Schomburgk; Sir; Robert Hermann (1804 - 1865) | 1804 - 1865 |
| NA8279 | Sabine; Sir; Edward (1788 - 1883) | 1788 - 1883 |