Faraday to Edward Hawkins   24 March 1845

R Institution | 24 Mar 1845

My dear Hawkins

There is so much saline matter in the little portion of water that you sent me as to supply me with a very pretty crop of crystals of Sulphate of Soda. Sulphate of lime is also present. I am afraid there is a great store of these things inside the bronze & they are the cause of the mischief. The fellow should be well soaked & you ought to know the state of things inside.

Ever Truly Yours | M. Faraday

Edwd. Hawkins Esq | &c &c &c