the installation of the specimen that is intended for the University of Bologna before the end of October. This specimen is already well under way and we have commenced work upon the one intended for your Museum. Everything depends upon the rapidity with which we can work here and the manner in which we can effect the rapid transport of the specimen when we ship it to Vienna. Meanwhile my wish is that you give an order for the construction of the bases the plans of which are herewith submitted. I am, with kind regards, Yours very truly, Director