How do I cite a source in the Virtual Records Treasury of Ireland?

Question

I'm researching John Alexander in Raphoe Barony, Co. Donegal, Ireland ca. 1630-1700. I found this Hearth Money Roll, Raphoe Barony. Co. Donegal 1665 in the Virtual Records Treasury of Ireland. I did an advanced search of the roll for  the exact phrase "John Alexander" and found 3 entries for John Alexander.You can see page 2 of the results, on which he Hearth Money Roll appears, here.

Here is a link to a screenshot of one search entry for him.

How do I construct a proper source citation? What would it be?

I apologize if I haven't constructed this question correctly. I can give more screenshots or links to search results if anyone wants them.

Answer 1

Hi Phillip,

You would cite Hearth Money Roll for County Donegal, 1665. TCD MS 6232. Trinity College, Dublin, Manuscripts and Archives Research Library. Then list the name of the taxpayer (i.e. John Alexander), the barony, parish, and townland where he is located, the number of hearths he was taxed for, and the page number where the entry was found (with a link to the record). As long as you provide as much information as possible so others can verify the source, you will be good.

Jen, Ireland Project co-leader

Comments

Most thorough. Many thanks, Jen.