English legal commonplace book, in law French, c.1620

This material is held atCambridge University Library

  • Reference
    • GB 12 MS Add.9754
  • Dates of Creation
    • 1620 (circa)
  • Language of Material
    • Notes in Law French
  • Physical Description
    • 1 collection

Scope and Content

1 volume, c.1620, written in one hand throughout, subject titles in English, notes in law French; original boards covered in calf, each board stamped with gilt 'EE'. Formerly owned by John Campbell, 1st Baron Campbell of St. Andrews (1779-1861), Lord Chancellor, his card pasted inside front board.

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Acquisition Information

Purchased from Samuel Gedge Ltd. (catalogue 1, no.48), 23 NOV 2006

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