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Fragments of an ordinale, 14th century

 Item
Identifier: MS 211/XXVI

Scope and Contents

Two portions of a vellum leaf of a 14th century Ordinale, containing part of the Temporale following the Feast of the Epiphany. There sections cut from both fragments in a regular pattern (see images).

Writing

Neat, in black ink. There is a small hint of coloured initials in blue and red, although only one or two are actually visible on these fragments. There is one rough filigree initial.

Dates

  • Creation: 14th century

Language of Materials

Latin

Conditions Governing Access

The collection is open to all. The manuscripts can be consulted in the Centre for Research Collections, Edinburgh University Main Library.

Extent

2 folios

Physical Facet

Material: Vellum

Dimensions

roughly 6.80 cm x 16.90 cm

Lines to a page

32-33 lines to a page

Repository Details

Part of the University of Edinburgh Library Heritage Collections Repository

Contact:
Centre for Research Collections
University of Edinburgh Main Library
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Edinburgh EH8 9LJ Scotland
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