Sloane's Catalogue

Sloane's Catalogue, also known as the Sloane Catalogue of Manuscripts, is a comprehensive listing of handwritten documents collected by Sir Hans Sloane in the 17th and 18th centuries. It organized and described a vast array of manuscripts, including historical, scientific, and literary texts, making them accessible for scholars. This catalogue helps researchers locate and study these valuable manuscripts, which are now part of major collections like the British Library. Essentially, it’s an archival tool that documents Sloane’s extensive collection, facilitating the preservation and study of historical documents.