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GB 891 RAS COLL3-RAS COLL3/1-RAS COLL3/1/2-RAS COLL3/1/2/4
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Letter from Sir Alexander Johnston, 5 November 1827
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- 5th Nov 1827 (Creation)
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Letter from Sir Alexander Johnston to present to the RAS, "Three brass figures of Buddha. A Cyngalese painting upon linen. & a book on Palm Leaves in the Pali language". The letter gives detailed description of each item and their importance. Dated 5 November, 1827, Handwritten, 2 pieces, 7 sides.
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- English