The document relates to the Inland Trade, and especially to arrangements with the Nawabs and the role of the gomestahs. "Mr V" is probably Harry Verelst.
Instructions given to Mr Duval for the purchase of diamonds.
Scope & Content:
The instructions detail what criteria should be used in identifying a good diamond for purchase and the maximum amounts to be spent on diamonds in each category. The latter has been added in a different hand, possibly Clive's.