Letter to Samuel Crisp (1775) [ People / Practices ]
… with Diamonds of such magnitude & lustre that, when near the Candle, they were too dazzling for the Eye. His Jewels, Dr. King says, are Valued at above £ 100,000. He was extremely gracious & polite, & appeared to be addicted to pleasantry. … to Prince Orloff, told him that the performers of the Duet were mari & femme. The Prince seemed surprised,86 & Walking up to Hetty, made her many Compliments; & expressed his wonder that two such Performers should chance to be United: … Picture nearer; 'I, you know,' said he, 'as a man, cannot, but my Old Eyes can't see it at a distance.' I went up to Dr. King, & made the request to him. He hesitated some time, but afterwards assented the demand to General Bawr, who boldly …
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