Identity area
Reference code
GB 235 RBG/6/1/2/2
Title
RBGE Plant Donation Ledger
Date(s)
- 1826-1845 (Creation)
Level of description
Item
Extent and medium
1 ledger
Context area
Name of creator
Repository
Archival history
Immediate source of acquisition or transfer
Content and structure area
Scope and content
Plant Donation Ledger with 'Plants Received' written inside. The ledger dates from 1826 to 1845 and documents donations of plants (numbered 1-9 before the system of numbering is abandoned) from around Britain and the World. There is a chronological index at the back which lists the donors.
Appraisal, destruction and scheduling
Accruals
System of arrangement
Conditions of access and use area
Conditions governing access
Conditions governing reproduction
Permission required from RBGE.
Language of material
- English
Script of material
Language and script notes
Physical characteristics and technical requirements
Book to be supported when in use.
Finding aids
There is a list of donors transcribed by Anne Taylor which can be made available on request.