Identification Collection

Mass spectrometer, 1954
Mass spectrometer. Researchers adjusting the controls of a mass spectrometer. This is an all-metal demountable mass spectrometer

Flame tests
Three ceramic dishes each containing burning ethanol. Each dish has a different colour flame due to chemicals that have been added to the ethanol

Domestic Dog, Border Terrier, adult, sitting, with collar and identification tube

British passport

Domestic Dog, Working Cocker Spaniel, puppy, sitting, with collar and tag

Fingerprint scanner. Persons finger being scanned by a fingerprint scanner. This scanner is being used to open a door. The ridges on peoples fingers form a unique identifying pattern

Kelloways Stone

Fingerprint scanner, artwork
Fingerprint scanner, computer artwork

Tableau synoptic des traits physionomiques: pour servir a l etude du " portrait parle", ca. 1909

Vintage Lorry outside The Old King Cross Inn, King Cross, Yo
Vintage Lorry outside The Old King Cross Inn (awaiting identification), King Cross, Halifax, near Sowerby Bridge, Yorkshire, England. Date: 1910s

The Eggs of British Birds -- assorted eggs of different colours and sizes. Date: 1894

Microchipped passports, Russia
Microchipped passports. Russian passports, labelled in both Cyrillic and English, and with Russian ensignia on the front. These passports have microchips embedded in them to allow faster

Human fingerprint
Fingerprint. Computer artwork of a human fingerprint. A fingerprint is formed by epidermal ridges, creating a distinct pattern. Each pattern is unique to an individual, even for identical twins

Biometric scans. Computer artwork of a human eye and fingerprint. Biometrics is the identification of individuals by measuring and analysing their physiological characteristics, such as fingerprints

Wallasey Grammar School, Cheshire (colour litho)
2800310 Wallasey Grammar School, Cheshire (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wallasey Grammar School, Cheshire)

Onagraceae - Evening Primrose
Onagraceae: the evening primrose tribe. Source: Illustrations of the natural orders of plants with groups and descriptions by Twining, Elizabeth, 1805-1889

Pompilid spider wasp C018 / 4316
Pompilid spider wasp (Pepsis ruficornis), close-up photo. This specimen was found in the Dominican Republic. It is coloured metallic dark blue and purple with yellow antenna

Sheep in a field in Grasmere in the Lake District National Park UK in snow
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

Police records used to identify criminals
5307397 Police records used to identify criminals.; (add.info.: Police records used to identify criminals by the Metropolitan Police)

The Sopwith 7F.1 Snipe British single-seat biplane fighter of the Royal Air Force, RAF, during World War One
3502789 The Sopwith 7F.1 Snipe British single-seat biplane fighter of the Royal Air Force, RAF, during World War One, from The Pageant of the Century

Bertillonage, 1850
3478420 Bertillonage, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting 'bertillonage' which was originally, a system for the identification of criminals making use of anthropometric measurements)

Copy of a forged passport with which a Vagabond travelled the length of England
3330166 Copy of a forged passport with which a Vagabond travelled the length of England; (add.info.: Copy of a forged passport with which a Vagabond travelled the length of England)

Example of police records used for the identification of criminals, 1850
3478412 Example of police records used for the identification of criminals, 1850; (add.info.: Example of police records used for the identification of criminals used by the Metropolitan Police)

Foot prints, 1850
3478447 Foot prints, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration of foot prints of different individuals, this system was used in identifying criminals. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

An early method of taking mug shots, 1850
3478390 An early method of taking mug shots, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting an early method of taking mug shots of criminals. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Identity disc of Sidney M Brewster, Company I, 18th Connecticut Volunteers
3028991 Identity disc of Sidney M Brewster, Company I, 18th Connecticut Volunteers; Private Collection; (add.info.: Identity disc of Sidney M Brewster, Company I, 18th Connecticut Volunteers)

The French method of mounting mug shots, 1850
3478428 The French method of mounting mug shots, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the French method of mounting mug shots of criminals. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Bertillonage, 1850
3478272 Bertillonage, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting 'bertillonage' which was originally, a system for the identification of criminals making use of anthropometric measurements)

Act I: Lady Kaoyo Mounting the Steps at Hachiman Shrine for the... between c1835 and c1839. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Act I: Lady Kaoyo Mounting the Steps at Hachiman Shrine for the Identification of Her Dead Master's Helmet, between circa 1835 and circa 1839. From The Storehouse of Loyal Retainers

Les Indesirables; Examen des pieces d'identite d'un professeur d'une ecole de Mulhouse... 1918
Les Indesirables; Examen des pieces d'identite d'un professeur d'une ecole de Mulhouse et de sa femme, frappes d'expulsion, 1918

Planche de silhouettes qui fut distribuee aux troupes Francaises, 1914. Creator: Unknown
'Planche de silhouettes qui fut distribuee aux troupes Francaises, pour leur permettre de reconnaitre leurs amis et leurs ennemis. 1914

Caltilda Downes: Barbados Passport, 1917. Creator: Unknown
Caltilda Downes: Barbados Passport, 1917. Stamped by the British Consulate General in Panama

Finger Printing, Records From Finger Print Bureau, Navy Department, 1912. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Finger Printing, Records From Finger Print Bureau, Navy Department, 1912. [USA]

Finger Printing, J.S. Taylor At Bureau of Finger Print, Navy Department, 1912. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Finger Printing, J.S. Taylor At Bureau of Finger Print, Navy Department, 1912. [USA]

Bush hat worn by United States Air Force pilot, Vietnam War, 1960s. Creator: Unknown
Bush hat worn by United States Air Force pilot, Vietnam War, 1960s. A non-regulation Australian style bush hat worn by members of the United States Air Force serving in Thailand during the Vietnam

Poster showing types of British and German aircraft, 1915, (1944). Creator: Unknown
Poster showing types of British and German aircraft, First World War, 1915, (1944). Chart produced by the British goverment showing outlines of aircraft for identification: Public Warning

Derby marks, 1876. A print from The Old Derby China Factory: The Workmen and their Productions, by John Haslem, George Bell and Sons, London, 1876

Identity card used by Lenin, in the name of worker Konstantin Ivanov, to evade police in 1917 (b/w photo)
PNP380454 Identity card used by Lenin, in the name of worker Konstantin Ivanov, to evade police in 1917 (b/w photo, pen & ink and print) by Russian School (20th century)

English pottery and porcelain marks. From The Business Encyclopaedia and Legal Adviser, published 1907

Auvin. Henri. 37 ans, ne a St-Meme (Charente-Inferieure). Chaudronnier. Anarchiste. 1/3/94. 1894

Index of fingerprints at Scotland Yard, London, c1912, (1935). Creator: Unknown
Index of fingerprints at Scotland Yard, London, c1912, (1935). The vast Scotland Yard index that contains more than 250, 000 finger-print entries

British cemetery on the Western Front
A Corner of Britain in France. Each little cross bears a name and identification tablet, as well as the epitaph, Here Lies a British Soldier. R. I. P 1917

Identification Silhouettes of Aircrafts WWI
Double page spread showing on the left-hand page silhouettes of British military aeroplanes including fighters and bombers seen from underneath

Two Nationalist volunteers reloading their rifles as they fire at a Republican position near San Sebastian, northern Spain, during the early stages of the Spanish Civil War, 1936

Pottery and porcelain marks
6317631 Pottery and porcelain marks by English School, (20th century); (add.info.: English pottery and porcelain marks. From The Business Encyclopaedia and Legal Adviser)

Prisoners charged with Shooting Mr Hearn at Ballinrobe, Mayo, brought before him for Identification (engraving)
1590310 Prisoners charged with Shooting Mr Hearn at Ballinrobe, Mayo, brought before him for Identification (engraving) by O Kelly

St. Helena and the Miracle of the True Cross (oil on canvas)
XIR174663 St. Helena and the Miracle of the True Cross (oil on canvas) by Marmion, Simon (fl.1450-89) (attr. to); 68.2x58.7 cm; Louvre, Paris

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"Unveiling the Secrets: From Mass Spectrometer to Fingerprint Scanners - The Evolution of Identification" In 1954, a groundbreaking invention called the mass spectrometer revolutionized identification techniques. This scientific marvel allowed scientists to analyze and identify substances based on their unique molecular composition. Another method used for identification is flame tests, where different elements emit distinct colors when exposed to flames. These vibrant hues help chemists determine the presence of specific elements in compounds. But identification isn't limited to chemicals; it extends to our beloved furry friends as well. A cute working Cocker Spaniel puppy sits proudly with its collar and tag, ensuring that it can be easily identified if lost or found. Similarly, an adult Border Terrier poses gracefully with a collar adorned with an identification tube. This small but crucial detail ensures that this loyal companion can always find its way back home. Moving beyond pets, we delve into official documents like the British passport—a powerful tool for personal identification and international travel. Its pages hold stories of countless journeys and adventures across borders. Tab IV introduces us to fingerprint scanners—an innovative technology that relies on our unique patterns for precise identification. No two fingerprints are alike, making them an invaluable asset in forensic investigations and security systems worldwide. Art meets science as we encounter a captivating artwork featuring a fingerprint scanner—a testament to how even mundane objects can inspire creativity in unexpected ways. The Kelloways Stone stands tall as a symbol of historical identity—etched with names and dates from generations past. It serves as a reminder of our roots and the importance of preserving our heritage through tangible markers of identity. Delving deeper into facial recognition, "Tableau synoptic des traits physionomiques: pour servir à l'étude du. . " offers intricate visual representations aiding in identifying individuals based on their distinctive facial features—an art form intertwined with science itself. It also extends beyond humans; plants have their own unique characteristics too.