Letter – John Erasmus Blackett to Robert Makepeace – 23 May 1777

By - gregpfinch23 May 1777
Document Type: Letter
Date: 23 May 1777
Correspondent: John Erasmus Blackett
Recipient: Robert Makepeace
Archive Source: NRO 672 E 1E 4
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Mr Robt. Makepeace   Goldsmith                                     Newcas.  23rd May  1777  

Serle Street  Lincolns Inn   London



Sir     I this day sent you by John & James Jackson the London Carriers a piece of fine Silver containing Eight hundred & Eighty nine Ounces & an half which I desire you will place to account with Sir John Trevelyan Barot. at the Markett price & advise me on your Receipt of it.  I am etc     J E B.



a p[iec]e fine silver    q[uanti]ty 889½ oz  at      p[er] oz.

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The Dukesfield Smelters and Carriers Project aimed to celebrate and discover the heritage of the Dukesfield Arches & lead carriers' routes between Blaydon and the lead mines of Allendale and Weardale. A two year community project, it was led by the Friends of the North Pennines in partnership with Hexhamshire and Slaley Parish Councils and the active support of Allendale Estates. It was funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund and the generous support of other sponsors. Friends of the North Pennines: Charity No:1137467