So far as I can see, "tertiary source" (yes, source) is a term used in academic research https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tertiary_source, and "the great and the good" in genealogy tend not to use it. (Logical though it might be). I think it's one of several potential differences btw academic history and genealogy in sourcing - we don't even agree on the definition of primary!
* Does one use multiple sources for same event?
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As you surmised, I was using tertiary in the sense of a copy of a copy of the original, but maybe, as Adrian says, that isn't the right or best term to use. Apologies if I've confused anyone.ColeValleyGirl wrote: ↑17 Mar 2023 14:45I'd call a GRO certificate a derivative source (a copy of an original, or as you point out, possibly a copy of a copy of the original)....
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We all have different terminology, derived from different experiences/education. I doubt you or I have confused anyone, we've just illustrated the differences that exist.
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