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Photographic Print : The Royal Mint - Gold Rolling (fine)
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The Royal Mint - Gold Rolling (fine)
The Royal Mint - Gold Rolling (fine) Date: circa 1908
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12"x8" (30x20cm) Photo Print
Experience the rich history and craftsmanship of The Royal Mint with this stunning photographic print from Media Storehouse. Featuring an image of "The Royal Mint - Gold Rolling (fine)" taken circa 1908 from the extensive collection at Mary Evans Prints Online, this print offers a rare glimpse into the world of gold production. With its intricate details and captivating composition, this fine art print is a must-have for collectors, historians, and anyone with an appreciation for the beauty of traditional processes. Order now and bring a piece of history into your home or office.
Printed on archival quality paper for unrivalled stable artwork permanence and brilliant colour reproduction with accurate colour rendition and smooth tones. Printed on professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper. 12x8 for landscape images, 8x12 for portrait images.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 19.4cm (12" x 7.6")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
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 photograph, taken circa 1908, offers a rare glimpse into the inner workings of The Royal Mint during the early 20th century. Located at Tower Hill in London, The Royal Mint has been a symbol of British currency and commerce for over a thousand years. In this image, we see the fine gold rolling process taking place, an essential step in the manufacture of coins. The room is filled with an air of industry and precision, as workers meticulously feed gold ingots into the rolling mills. These presses, powered by heavy flywheels, apply immense pressure to the gold, gradually shaping it into thin, uniform sheets. The gold is then cut into blanks and prepared for striking, ultimately transforming into the intricately designed coins that have circulated throughout the British Isles and beyond. The atmosphere is one of focused intensity, as each employee plays a crucial role in the production process. The machinery, a marvel of its time, hums with purpose, its gears and cogs turning in perfect harmony. The interior of the mint is bathed in soft, natural light, casting an ethereal glow over the gold sheets as they are rolled and shaped. This photograph provides a fascinating insight into the intricacies of minting, a process that has remained largely unchanged for centuries. It serves as a testament to the skill, dedication, and craftsmanship of those who worked at The Royal Mint, ensuring the continued production of the nation's currency during a time of significant economic growth and development.
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