George Finlay to William M. Leake, 28 Feb 1851

Department Archive
Collection George Finlay Papers
Reference No. FIN/GF/B/07/038
Level Sub-item
Dimensions 13 x 21 cm
Dates 28 February 1851
Donor/Creator Finlay, George
Scope and Content Athens, 28 February 1851. Has not so far found rare and unpublished types of coins for sale, but is on alert and has enlisted aid of von Prokesch-Osten who has an excellent collection of Athenian coins. Details of George Finlay's coins and manubria. Praises L's Travels in Northern Greece as 'the geographical monument of our century'. Is authorized to purchase decadrachm for 1,000 fr. if genuine. Disgraceful state of English consular department. Has obtained complete copy of archaeological journal of Athens.