Identity area
Reference code
GB 235 RBG/6/1/2/3
Title
RBGE Plant Donation Ledger
Date(s)
- 1849-1855 (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 'Plant Book 1849 to 18 ' on the cover. The ledger dates from January 1849 to November 1855 and documents donations of plants from around Britain and the World. There is an alphabetic index at the front.
There are numerous inserts throughout the ledger; handle with care.
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 should be supported when in use. There are numerous inserts throughout the book; handle with care.
Finding aids
A list of donors transcribed by Anne Taylor can be made available on request.