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Benjamin Kendall Emerson, Geologist

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Carte-de-visite portrait of B.K. Emerson (1837-1928), professor of Minerology and Geology at Amherst College. Handwritten inscription at the bottom reads, "B.K. Emerson."

Date Created:
1867
Creator:
Joop, Otto

Publication Information

Creator Joop, Otto
Date Created 1867

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 7 x 11 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Increase A. Lapham papers, 1825-1930
Call Number PH 24

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W012RIO
Legacy ID
WHi 45227

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