pages1219

pages1219 is an online digital archive that specializes in the preservation, cataloguing, and public dissemination of historical manuscripts dated to the year 1219. Established in 2014 by a consortium of medieval studies scholars and librarians, the platform compiles digitised scans of primary source documents from church records, royal charters, legal codices, and literary manuscripts that survive from the early twelfth century. The archive places particular emphasis on manuscripts that were produced in or around that year, offering users a concentrated view of historical material that reflects the political, religious, and cultural milieu of the period.

The collection is organised by geographic origin, original language, and document type. Each entry features high-resolution images, transcription, and, where available, a facsimile of the original parchment or vellum leaf. Metadata for each item includes codicological details such as binding, quire structure, and script style, which aid researchers in comparative studies of medieval book production. A search interface allows scholars to explore the archive by keyword, geographic region, or textual subject, and the site offers download options for use in academic projects.

In addition to its core archival holdings, pages1219 hosts educational resources, including tutorials on manuscript palaeography, typographic glossaries, and thematic timelines that contextualise the recorded documents. The platform operates on a non‑profit model, relying on institutional subscriptions and grant funding to maintain the digitisation pipeline. By making these rare documents readily accessible, pages1219 contributes to ongoing scholarship in medieval studies, palaeography, and cultural history.