From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
Charles Edward Trevelyan
Date:
[8 January 1855]
Source of text:
TxU:H/L-0485.1; Reel 1055
Summary:
Submits estimates of silver losses expected by Mint from Apr. 1855 to Mar. 1856.
Contributor:
John Herschel Project
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Submits estimates of silver losses expected by Mint from Apr. 1855 to Mar. 1856.
Delivery of dies for Crimean medal to Master of Mint. JH ordered 60,000 ounces of silver for its production.
Any of JH's letters to CT may be shown to [Henry] Roberts.
[Marked 'Private.'] Did not wish to offend [Henry] Roberts, but JH is in awkward position regarding L. C. Wyon, who, as Mint employee, is competing with rival artist for design of Crimean medal. Silver supply is adequate for medal production, but machinery is limited. Expects three-month delay.