| Reference number | MS/257/2/163 |
| Alternative reference number | Sa.545 |
| Previous numbers | ES2/23/545 |
| Level | Item |
| Title | Letter from James David Forbes, Fettercairn to Edward Sabine |
| Date | 9 August 1845 |
| Description | Forbes would like the French translation of [Alexander von] Humboldt’s work. Refers to the Cosmos. Discusses the ‘admirable way in which the magnetic system of observation has been conducted by’ Sabine. |
| Extent | 4p |
| Format | Manuscript |
| Physical description | Ink on paper |
| Access status | Open |
Fellows associated with this archive
| Code | Name | Dates |
| NA6280 | Forbes; James David (1809 - 1868); natural philosopher | 1809 - 1868 |
| NA8279 | Sabine; Sir; Edward (1788 - 1883) | 1788 - 1883 |