Samleår

Samleår is a Danish term that translates to "collection year" or "gathering year" in English. It primarily refers to a specific year within a collection or archive where items were gathered or assembled. This concept is often encountered in historical records, libraries, museums, and personal collections. For example, a library might designate a particular year as its "samleår" for acquiring new manuscripts, or an archive might use the term to denote the period during which specific documents were collected and organized.

The significance of a samleår can vary depending on the context. In historical research, identifying the samleår of a collection can provide clues about the historical period during which certain materials were deemed important enough to be preserved. It can also indicate the prevailing collecting practices and interests of the time. For personal collections, the samleår might mark a period of active acquisition or a significant phase in the collector's life. Understanding the samleår helps in dating and contextualizing the items within the collection, offering deeper insights into their origin and purpose.