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River Don, between Mexborough and Doncaster, 1803
Full title: Plan of alterations and improvements to be made in the navigation of the River Dun [between Mexborough and Doncaster, Yorkshire, 1803
By W. and J. Fairbank.
Scale 2 furlongs : 1 inch.
Dimensions of original approx. 20.5 x 37.5 cm.
From an original at Sheffield Libraries: arc02907
Sheffield City Archives and Local Studies Library has an unrivalled collection of images of Sheffield, England
Media ID 19191536
© Sheffield City Council
Doncaster River Don Rivers Yorkshire Mexborough Water Power
Greetings Card (A5)
Introducing the Media Storehouse collection of vintage greeting cards, featuring the historic "Plan of alterations and improvements to be made in the navigation of the River Don [between Mexborough and Doncaster, Yorkshire, 1803]" from Sheffield City Archives. This exquisite design showcases a captivating image of the River Don, as it appeared over 200 years ago. Travel back in time with this unique and intriguing greeting card, perfect for history enthusiasts or anyone looking to add a touch of the past to their correspondence. Impress your loved ones with a piece of Yorkshire's rich heritage, brought to you by Media Storehouse.
Create your own greetings card. Size when folded is A5 (14.5x21cm or 5.7x8.3 inches)
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21cm x 14.5cm (8.3" x 5.7")
Estimated Product Size is 21cm x 29cm (8.3" x 11.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print from Sheffield City Archives takes us back to the year 1803, offering a glimpse into the past and shedding light on the remarkable alterations and improvements made in the navigation of River Don. The full title of this historical gem is "Plan of alterations and improvements to be made in the navigation of the River Dun between Mexborough and Doncaster, Yorkshire, 1803" by W. and J. Fairbank. The image showcases a meticulously detailed plan that outlines these modifications along with various landmarks that dotted the river's course during that time. With a scale of 2 furlongs to 1 inch, this print provides an accurate representation of how things were back then. As we delve deeper into this visual treasure trove, we can spot significant features such as Cadeby Common Water Transport and Cadeby Mill which played vital roles in utilizing water power for industrial purposes. Sprotbrough also finds its place on this map, highlighting its importance as part of River Don's history. Doncaster Mill stands tall as another prominent landmark depicted here, reminding us of its significance within Yorkshire's bustling landscape centuries ago. Preserved at Sheffield Libraries under reference arc02907, this original piece measures approximately 20.5 x 37.5 cm—a testament to its delicate nature yet enduring value for those seeking insights into our rich heritage
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