Delays question of hiring Mr. Pilcher. Proceed with planning for Sydney branch mint.
Delays question of hiring Mr. Pilcher. Proceed with planning for Sydney branch mint.
Letter of recommendation, praising JS's character and talent.
Note accompanying more meteorological writings.
Wishes to apply for the vacancy that has occurred in the Superintendance of the Nautical Almanac, and would welcome JH's support.
Asks about precise link between rotation and revolution of satellites, and its relation to belief in existence of God.
Encloses pamphlets and would be pleased with any remarks of approbation.
Asks for the experience of other countries in introducing decimal coinage.
Thanks for his kind invitation. Returns to Paris on Thursday or Friday. Best wishes to Lady Herschel.
Reports quantities of gold and silver issued by Mint in recent months.
Describes new machinery at U.S. mint in Philadelphia. Refers JH to G. F. Dunning (visiting England) and Franklin Peale (chief coiner) for more information. U.S. mint uses humid assay of silver. Facts about gold assays.
In response to a request for information, JH says that his father, William, never had a residence in London.
Calls JH's attention to articles on mint operations by J. T. Smith.
Gratitude for receipt of medals struck by Prince Albert Edward and Prince Alfred during their enjoyable visit to Royal Mint.