Aikin, Arthur (1773-1854), natural scientist and author

6 letters, autograph, dated (except no. 37) and signed. One certificate showing his election to membership of the Society of Arts on 1 June 1823 (no. 38). One note details how Mr Cowie is allowed to attend the Geological Gardens everyday, except Sundays (no. 39).

1804-1839

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Aikin, Arthur (1773-1854), natural scientist and author, born in Lancashire. Aikin's became interested in geology in 1795, when he made a trip to Wales. In 1807, Aikin became one of the founding members of the Geological Society of London. The plant Aikinia was named after him by Nathaniel Wallich (1784-1854) in 1832. In 1843, the mineral Aikinite was also named after him by E. J. Chapman. He died in 1854. A full description of his life and work is to be found in the Dictionary of National Biography.