Samuel Burrier cypher book, 1821-1822

Summary

Creator:

Burrier, Samuel

Abstract:

This cypher book contains mathematics problems and exercises copied and completed by Samuel Burrier. The sections include multiplication, addition, division, weights (apothecary weights, et al.), and liquid measures. Several of the headers incorporate chickens into the calligraphic lettering.

Extent:

1 volume

Language:

English

Authors:

Collection processed and finding aid created by Meg Bossio, March 2024

Background

Scope and Content:

This cypher book contains mathematics problems and exercises copied and completed by Samuel Burrier. The sections include multiplication, addition, division, weights (apothecary weights, et al.), and liquid measures. Several of the headers incorporate chickens into the calligraphic lettering.

Biographical / Historical:

No historical or biographical information is available for this finding aid.

Acquisition Information:

2022. M-7622 .

Arrangement:

The collection is a single bound volume.

Rules or Conventions:

Finding aid prepared using Describing Archives: A Content Standard (DACS)

Subjects

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Subjects:

Arithmetic--Problems, exercises, etc.
Arithmetic--Study and teaching.
Calligraphy.
Education--United States--History--19th century.
Mathematics--Study and teaching.
Penmanship.
Chickens.

Formats:

Copybooks (instructional materials)
Exercises.