Letter – John Erasmus Blackett to Augustus Browne – 21 Nov 1787

Document Type: Letter
Date: 21 Nov 1787
Correspondent: John Erasmus Blackett
Recipient: Augustus Browne
Archive Source: NRO 672 E 1E 5
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Augustus Browne Esqr.                                                 Newcastle  21st  Nov.  1787

Foster Lane - London



Sir          I have this day sent you by Jno. & Jas. Jackson the London Carriers a Piece fine Silver containing Eleven Hundred & Eighty Four Ounces which I desire that you will place to Acct. with Sir Thos. Blackett Bart as usual at the Market Price Advis[in]g me on your receipt of it.     As it’s a very fine Piece I expect that you will give me the best Price.       I am etc   J. E. B.

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