| Reference number | MS/257/4/262 |
| Alternative reference number | Sa.1401 |
| Previous numbers | ES4/24/1401 |
| Level | Item |
| Title | Letter from Balfour Stewart, Kew Observatory to Edward Sabine |
| Date | 3 May 1860 |
| Description | Stewart informs Sabine of the magnetometers arrival and discusses any issues with the instrument. Remarks on a ‘shift’ in October due ‘to a turning of the torsion circle’. Stewart believes Mr Gibson will repair the Makerstoun instruments. Refers to Mr [Francis] Galton. Stewart has recently received the proof of the Scottish survey. |
| Extent | 2p |
| Format | Manuscript |
| Physical description | Ink on paper |
| Access status | Open |
Fellows associated with this archive
| Code | Name | Dates |
| NA6042 | Stewart; Balfour (1828 - 1887) | 1828 - 1887 |
| NA8279 | Sabine; Sir; Edward (1788 - 1883) | 1788 - 1883 |