Identity area
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Title
Date(s)
- Sep 1817 (Creation)
Level of description
Extent and medium
1 bound volume 19.5 x13 cm handwritten
Context area
Name of creator
Repository
Archival history
It is unknown who owned this book after its authorship by Nalle Tandy. it is possible that it belonged to Alexander Johnston as he donated other material associated with the Maldives.
Immediate source of acquisition or transfer
The source of acquisition is unknown.
Content and structure area
Scope and content
A Maldivian Nakaiyterikaṅ (astrology) manuscript. At the commencement of the manuscript it is titled in English, "Nek-ket Were-ingay foy which means our conjuring book". This is followed by an explanation of its use, e.g. in consulting before undertaking… read more
Conditions of access and use area
Conditions governing access
Open. Please contact the archivist. Details can be found here : https://royalasiaticarchives.org/. The archive is open on Tuesdays and Fridays 10-5, and Thursdays 2-5. Access is to any researcher without appointment but it will help if an appointment is… read more
Conditions governing reproduction
Digital photography (without flash) for research purposes may be permitted upon completion of a copyright declaration form, and with respect to current UK copyright law.
Language of material
- English
- Divehi
Access points
Subject access points
Place access points
Name access points
- Nalle Tandy (Subject)
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Archivist's note
This volume was catalogued by Nancy Charley, RAS Archivist, in 2022.