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Bullion Office. Bank of England. English Silver
The chief supply of native silver comes from the lead mines of Northumberland, this engraving shows a large lump of silver ore weighing 2 cwts
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1845 Bank Bullion Chief Lead Lump Mines North Umberland Off Ice Supply Weighing
23"x19" (58x48cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 16x12 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 23x19 inches (584x482mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.6cm x 24.8cm (15.6" x 9.8")
Estimated Product Size is 58.4cm x 48.2cm (23" x 19")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "The Bullion Office, Bank of England: A Historical Depiction of English Silver from the Lead Mines of Northumberland" This engraving, hailing from the year 1845, offers a fascinating glimpse into the historical process of silver production and supply in England. The image centers around the Bullion Office of the esteemed Bank of England, where silver was weighed and assayed before being added to the national reserve. The chief source of native silver in England during this era was the lead mines of Northumberland. As depicted in this engraving, a large lump of silver ore, weighing an impressive 2 cwts (centum weight, equivalent to 112 kilograms or 247 pounds), is being prepared for transport to the Bullion Office. The silver ore, shown in its raw form, was a vital component of England's silver supply before the country began importing large quantities of silver from other parts of the world. The engraving, produced by I. & R. Tootal & Co. for the Illustrated London News, is a testament to the historical significance of silver mining in Northumberland and the role it played in England's economy. The large, intricately-detailed image showcases the laborious process of extracting and transporting raw silver ore to the Bullion Office, where it would be transformed into a valuable asset for the Bank of England and the nation as a whole. This print not only offers a glimpse into the past but also highlights the rich history of silver production and the importance of natural resources in shaping England's economic landscape.
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