Proposals for rights on kelp, Scilly Islands, Cornwall

  • This material is held at
  • Reference
      GB 12 MS Doc.1302
  • Dates of Creation
      10 Feb. 1803
  • Language of Material
      English .
  • Physical Description
      1 collection paper paper

Scope and Content

George Ayton, of London, sets out proposals for the making of kelp on the Scilly Islands and rocks, and offers £100 for the exclusive right of doing so for a term of 21 years. Sent to the Duke of Leeds, then owner of the islands.

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Acquisition Information

Jenkinson Collection, October 1923

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