Metal Print : Bullion Office. Bank of England. Compartment in the Bullion
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Bullion Office. Bank of England. Compartment in the Bullion
Engraving of vauly in the Bank of England used for storing sacks full of Mexican Silver Dollars. A Bank official in uniform with tricorn hat is unloading a cart stacked with sacks and piling them in the vault
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1845 Bank Bullion Compartment Dollars Mexican Off Ice Official Piling Sacks Stacked Storing Tricorn Unloading Vault
20"x20" (51x51cm) Metal Print
Step back in time with our captivating Metal Print of the Bullion Office at the Bank of England, exclusively from Media Storehouse. This vintage engraving, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to an era of gold and silver coin storage. Witness the scene of a bank official in uniform meticulously unloading a cart filled with sacks of Mexican Silver Dollars. Each Metal Print is crafted with premium quality materials, ensuring a stunning and long-lasting display. Bring a piece of history into your home or office with this unique and intriguing addition to your decor.
Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 50.8cm (20" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "A Moment in Banking History: Unloading Mexican Silver Dollars at the Bullion Office, Bank of England, 1845". This engraving, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a fascinating glimpse into the past of the Bank of England's Bullion Office during the mid-19th century. The scene depicts a bank official in full uniform, complete with a tricorn hat, diligently unloading a cart stacked with sacks of Mexican Silver Dollars. The compartment in the Bullion Office, designed specifically for the secure storage of valuable bullion, is evident in the background. The year is 1845, and the import of silver coins from Mexico was a significant event in the Bank of England's history. The official, with a determined expression, carefully transfers the sacks from the cart to the vault, ensuring each one is accounted for and securely stored. The stacked sacks, brimming with silver dollars, are piled high, reflecting the immense value of the transaction. The engraving not only showcases the historical significance of the Bank of England as a global financial hub but also highlights the meticulous process involved in the import and storage of valuable bullion during that era. The tricorn hat, a symbol of authority and tradition, adds an authentic touch to the image, further emphasizing the importance of the role the official plays in maintaining the integrity of the Bank's operations. This image offers a unique perspective into the past, providing a snapshot of a moment in time when the Bank of England played a crucial role in the global economy, facilitating the exchange of valuable bullion between countries.
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