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Extract from the National Library of Scotland, Late 19th or early 20th century

 Item
Identifier: Coll-98/5/15

Scope and Contents

Extract from the National Library of Scotland 72.i.7, fol.XIb, col.i, lines 12 to 38. This extract is headed 'Dubfocail and so', and appears to be a list of words in old or middle Gaellic, with translations given in an antiquated spelling of modern Scottish Gaelic (and definitely not contemporary spelling of modern Scottish Gaelic around the turn of the 20th century).

Dates

  • Creation: Late 19th or early 20th century

Language of Materials

Words in Old or Middle Gaelic

Translations in modern Scottish Gaelic (antiquated spelling)

Physical Description

The paper is in good condition. There is no binding, so paperclips are used to keep the pages together. The ink is unfaded, and the handwriting is relatively clear.

Conditions Governing Access

Open. Please contact the repository in advance.

Extent

4 pages

Previous reference

Mackinnon C.1(12)

Physical Description

The paper is in good condition. There is no binding, so paperclips are used to keep the pages together. The ink is unfaded, and the handwriting is relatively clear.

Physical Facet

Material: Paper

Binding: None; modern paperclip used to hold pages together

Dimensions

19.7 cm x 25.7 cm

Repository Details

Part of the University of Edinburgh Library Heritage Collections Repository

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