Fonds SC38 - A Maldivian Nakaiyterikaṅ (astrology) manuscript

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GB 891 SC38

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A Maldivian Nakaiyterikaṅ (astrology) manuscript

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  • Sep 1817 (Création/Production)

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1 bound volume 19.5 x13 cm handwritten

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Histoire archivistique

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.

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The source of acquisition is unknown.

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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 a voyage. This copy was made in September 1817 by Nalle Tandy, a "Chitty man" who was the interpreter of the Maldivian language.

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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 made via phone or email. Please bring photo ID.

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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.

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  • anglais
  • maldivien

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    gb891-sc38

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        Note de l'archiviste

        This volume was catalogued by Nancy Charley, RAS Archivist, in 2022.

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