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From:
William Richard Hamilton
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[6 December 1851]
Source of text:
TxU:H/M-0231; Reel 1087
Summary:

Conferred with Benedetto Pistrucci before sending WH's letter to JH on Pistrucci's behalf. Asks JH to review JH's decision regarding Pistrucci.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project
From:
William Richard Hamilton
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[8 December 1851]
Source of text:
TxU:H/M-0232; Reel 1087
Summary:

Grieved to hear that JH's recommendation to Treasury does not do justice to Benedetto Pistrucci's public service. Reviews Pistrucci's appointment by Lord Maryborough [William Wellesley-Pole] in 1815. Lists Pistrucci's objections to present appointment at Mint.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project
From:
William Richard Hamilton
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[12 December 1851]
Source of text:
TxU:H/M-0233; Reel 1087
Summary:

Clarifies attitude of Benedetto Pistrucci toward probationary medallist [L. C.] Wyon. Pistrucci objects to JH giving same title to both artists. If JH desires, WH will accompany JH to see John Russell about this matter.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project