| Reference number | MS/257/4/277 |
| Alternative reference number | Sa.1416 |
| Previous numbers | ES4/24/1416 |
| Level | Item |
| Title | Letter from Balfour Stewart, Kew Observatory to Edward Sabine |
| Date | 22 August 1860 |
| Description | Refers to a magnetic storm. Discussion regarding reduction of curves. Stewart asks Sabine if the photographs of the ‘large’ sunspots should be exhibited. Informs Sabine that Gibson has ‘promised the Cuban instruments next week’. Refers to sending Mr [Pieter Adrian] Bergsma a ‘gimball stand’. Stewart notes Mr [Warren] De la Rue ‘has done nothing more about the photographer’. |
| Extent | 3p |
| 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 |