Pence Collection

Schneider Trophy Air Race
Souvenir programme cover design, Schneider Trophy Contest. Date: 12 September 1931

Welsh women road builders, South Wales
A group of twenty Welsh women road builders in Pembrokeshire, Dyfed, South Wales, holding their spades. They built the road to Hook in 1903-4 to facilitate transport to the colliery

Cans of Spam 1940S
Canned Spam luncheon meat, priced at 1 4D (one shilling and four pence in old money), on a shelf in a grocery store

Old Uk Money 1969
A pile of " old" United Kindom currency, including pound notes shillings and copper coins before Decimalisation occurred on 15 February 1971

Music cover, On the Good Ship Lollipop, Shirley Temple
Music cover, On the Good Ship Lollipop, words and music by Sidney Clare and Richard A Whiting, as sung by Shirley Temple in the film Bright Eyes. 1934

Music cover, Animal Crackers in My Soup, Shirley Temple
Music cover, Animal Crackers in My Soup, music by Ray Henderson, words by Ted Koehler, Edward Heyman and Irving Caesar, sung by Shirley Temple in the film Curly Top. 1935

Music cover, Hello, Dolly! Louis Armstrong
Music cover, Hello, Dolly! Words and music by Jerry Herman, recorded by Louis Armstrong. 1963

Scene in the International Stores, Crediton, Devon, with two middle-aged women chatting in an aisle. The photograph dates from before decimalisation of the currency -- tins of peaches are priced at

A poverty stricken woman selling her hair to a wig maker for a few pence, 1850
3478380 A poverty stricken woman selling her hair to a wig maker for a few pence, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting a poverty stricken woman selling her hair to a wig maker for a few pence)

With paper at 9d, per pound, housewives stored old newspapers for re-sale to fishmongers etc during World War One
3502781 With paper at 9d, per pound, housewives stored old newspapers for re-sale to fishmongers etc during World War One, from The Pageant of the Century, pub.1934; (add.info.: With paper at 9d)

Boy crossing sweeper who would earn a few pence by sweeping the road clean of horse droppings and any other such dirt
533893 Boy crossing sweeper who would earn a few pence by sweeping the road clean of horse droppings and any other such dirt

1970S CASH REGISTER
A National Class 51 cash register, in use before Decimalisation in February 1971. Date: early 1970s

WW2 era - Comic Postcard - The Girl Friend
The Caption is The Girl Friend. The printed message on the back says Your country needs your L.S.D. [Pounds, Shillings and Pence] to help it win the Victory. Cute Kids WW2 Wartime humour Date: 1943

Advert, Fairy Dyes for home dyeing Date: 1920s

Cherries, Fourpence a Pound! Cries of London

Ace of Spades playing card, De La Rue & Co, London
Ace of Spades playing card showing tax duty of three pence, De La Rue & Co, London

3d off Surf Washing Powder, advertising flyer
3d (three pence) off Surf Washing Powder, advertising flyer in shape of 12-sided threepenny coin Date: 1958

Sinking of the Lusitania, poem by Baker and Cure
RMS LUSITANIA: Rare pamphlet entitled Sinking of The Lusitania, a poem written by Lewis O. Baker and R. W. Cure, extending over three pages. Date: circa 1915

Selfridge's Decorations for the Coronation of King George VI, May 1937 - Oxford Street main entrance Date: 1937

Programme cover, Chessington Zoo & Circus
Burnt Stub, the home of Chessington Zoo & Circus, Surrey. Date: 1945

Shipping Wonders of the World, four cover designs
Shipping Wonders of the World, Romance of the Seven Seas in Story and Picture, four cover designs in a weekly series, Parts 1-4. Date: 20th century

Ocean Liners - Marconi collectables
Ocean Liners - Guglielmo Marconi collectables including photograph and postcard of his Yacht Elettra and a Marconi commemorative medallion by S. Johnson. 2.5 inches. Date: 20th century

Ex Juke Box Records, single record sleeve 45rpm Date: 1960s

British Empire Postcard Carmine print
This undivided back card is printed on buff card and carries a 3d (Three pence) full length Queen Victoria printed stamp. Date: September 1889

Advert, Zixt Hand Soap, WW2
Advert, Zixt Hand Soap, featuring a warden doing dirty wartime work, WW2 Date: 1943

Elephant Rides in Regent's Park Zoo 1900
Two pence a time at the Regent's Park Zoo in north west London. Date: 1900

This Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs doll's china tea set can be purchased at Selfridges or Harrods for a mere 4'/6 (four shillings and six pence in old money). Date: 1930s

Take Care of the Pence (engraving)
1060075 Take Care of the Pence (engraving) by Nash, Joseph (d.1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: Take Care of the Pence, Mr Bartley of the National Penny Bank addressing Hop-Pickers at Mereworth)

The Royal Visit to the City (engraving)
1106077 The Royal Visit to the City (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Royal Visit to the City)

Comic postcard, Woman watching ships sail by - 3 hours 2d Date: early 20th century

Vegetables on market stall, Whitechapel, London
Colourful vegetables on a stall in Whitechapel Market, with prices in shillings and pence. Date: circa 1960s

Shop assistant shows garments for inspection, London
Clothing retailer in Canning Town, London. Boy shop assistant holds up garments outside shop for inspection. Date: 1938

Cartoon, The Ancient Mariner in the City (financiers)
Cartoon, The Ancient Mariner in the City -- a satirical comment on the difficulties financiers in the City of London were facing at the time, in a parody of Coleridges long narrative poem: Money

Joke money, Five Halfpence, Fort Montague Bank
Joke money banknote for five halfpence, Fort Montague Bank. 1827

Music cover, The Man on the Flying Trapeze, song waltz, words by George Leybourne, music by Alfred Lee, performed by Shaw and Weston. 1934

Promotional voucher, Daz Washing Powder, 5d off a large or giant packet, July 1963. 1963

London Underground ticket and change giving machine, issuing twopenny tickets. Date: 1928

Cover design, Home Notes, September 1945. 1945

Forty eight thousand children under fourteen years of age are now employed in the factories of Japan at an average wage
3643764 Forty eight thousand children under fourteen years of age are now employed in the factories of Japan at an average wage of 2.75 old pence (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Cover design, Girl and Cupid by Herbert Pizer
Cover design, Pan magazine, Girl and Cupid by Herbert Pizer. 1920

Cover design, clown with Christmas cracker
Cover design, clown blowing through a Christmas cracker. 1937

Lilly white vinegar 3 pence a quart (engraving)
602130 Lilly white vinegar 3 pence a quart (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lilly white vinegar 3 pence a quart)

Lilly white vinegar 3 pence a quart (ink on paper)
602127 Lilly white vinegar 3 pence a quart (ink on paper) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lilly white vinegar 3 pence a quart)

Sketches at the Mule and Donkey Show at the Crystal Palace (engraving)
1105688 Sketches at the Mule and Donkey Show at the Crystal Palace (engraving) by Macquoid, Percy (1852-1925); Private Collection; (add.info)

Man suffering financial hardship (colour litho)
5999935 Man suffering financial hardship (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Man suffering financial hardship)

The timely warning, "twelve pence and a pair of spurs"(engraving)
973382 The timely warning, " twelve pence and a pair of spurs" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The timely warning)

Postcard depicting British currency and its equivalents in other European money, c
CHT219332 Postcard depicting British currency and its equivalents in other European money, c.1905 (colour litho) by German School

A Drama of the Dog Days (engraving)
1107497 A Drama of the Dog Days (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Drama of the Dog Days)

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"Pence: A Journey Through Time and Memories" Step back in time to the exhilarating Schneider Trophy Air Race, where daring pilots pushed the limits of aviation. Feel the thrill as they soared through the skies, leaving spectators in awe. In a small corner of South Wales, Welsh women road builders defied societal norms and showcased their strength and resilience. Their determination paved the way for future generations, inspiring us all to break barriers. Amidst rationing during the 1940s, cans of Spam became a symbol of sustenance and resourcefulness. These humble tins provided nourishment during challenging times, reminding us that even in scarcity, creativity can flourish. Transport yourself to 1969 when old UK money was still in circulation. Coins jingled in pockets as people went about their daily lives - a reminder of simpler times before decimalization changed our currency forever. The sweet melodies from music covers like "On the Good Ship Lollipop" and "Animal Crackers in My Soup, " sung by Shirley Temple herself, transported listeners into a world filled with innocence and joy. These timeless tunes continue to warm hearts today. Louis Armstrong's rendition of "Hello Dolly. " brought smiles to faces across generations. His soulful voice captured the essence of love and celebration – an anthem that resonates even now. During World War II, Tommy Trinder's lively performance in "All Over The Place" lifted spirits amidst turmoil. Laughter echoed through theaters as audiences found solace amidst chaos – proof that humor can be found even during dark times. A scene at International Stores in Crediton takes us on a shopping trip down memory lane. Shelves lined with products long forgotten remind us how far we've come while cherishing moments spent browsing aisles filled with nostalgia. Fairy Dyes' vibrant advert offers glimpses into home dyeing adventures - transforming garments into works of art using these magical potions. It reminds us that creativity knows no bounds, and even the simplest tasks can be turned into art.