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RefNoHSF/2/1/92
Previous numbers32.8.83
LevelItem
TitleDrawing, positions of nebulae, by John Herschel
CreatorHerschel; John (1837-1921); British army officer and astronomer
Date[c.15 November 1868]
DescriptionRelative positions of nebulae observed in India, numbered 735, 736, 737 [?], 739, 741, 744, 748 and 750, within roughly circular telescopic fields of view. Nebulae no.722, 731 and 769 are indicated outside this field. Referred to in the letter HS/2/1/74 as being in preparation.

Headed: 'Positions of some neb. about 3h 30m, 126 degrees. The numbered places are from the catalogue. The places in red are from my sketch, scale and direction being taken from 741-748'. With a note: 'There are no places in red JFWH'. Initialled, lower right 'JH'.
Extent2p.
FormatManuscript
PhysicalDescriptionInk and pencil on lined paper
Dimensions169x211mm.
AccessStatusOpen
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CodePersonNameDates
NA7955Herschel; John (1837 - 1921)1837 - 1921
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