| RefNo | MS/859/2/57 |
| Level | Item |
| Title | Letter from J F W [John Frederick William] Herschel, Devonshire St., to C [Charles] Hatchett |
| Creator | Herschel; Sir; John Frederick William (1792 - 1871); astronomer and mathematician |
| Recipient | Hatchett; Charles (1765-1847); British chemist |
| Date | 27 June 1827 |
| Description | Herschel wished to mention his intention of resigning as Secretary of the Royal Society at the last Council meeting, before the summer adjournment. Pressure of business on the day prevented it, but he now informs Hatchett that he wishes to step down. |
| Extent | 1p |
| Format | Manuscript |
| PhysicalDescription | Ink on paper |
| AccessStatus | Open |
Fellows associated with this archive
| Code | PersonName | Dates |
| NA3037 | Hatchett; Charles (1765 - 1847); chemist and mineralogist | 1765 - 1847 |
| NA8238 | Herschel; Sir; John Frederick William (1792 - 1871); mathematician and astronomer | 1792 - 1871 |