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Inns of Court 17th century copperplate armorials
This image is from a copperplate engraving, and shows part of a roll of arms from Richard Blome s

Copperplate 17th century arms for Inns of Court
This image is from a copperplate engraving, and shows part of a roll of arms from Richard Blomes Britannia, an atlas published in 1673

East India Merchants achievement copperplate 17th century
This image is from a copperplate engraving, and shows part of a roll of arms from Richard Blome s

Switchboard operator, 1882
3479278 Switchboard operator, 1882; (add.info.: Switchboard operator replacing a subscriber's indicator flap in the telephone exchange. Dated 1882.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Telephone exchange, 1891
3479276 Telephone exchange, 1891; (add.info.: Operator at the telephone exchange talking to a subscriber. Dated 1891.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Telephone operator, 1882
3479284 Telephone operator, 1882; (add.info.: Telephone operator talking to a subscriber, dated 1882.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

New York telephone subscriber making call through operator at telephone exchange
530469 New York telephone subscriber making call through operator at telephone exchange. Apparatus in picture used an Edison transmitter and a 'pony-crown' receiver

Coat of arms 17th century Conyers and Hatton
This image is from a copperplate engraving, and shows part of a roll of arms from Richard Blomes Britannia, an atlas published in 1673

Abonnés recevant leur journal.. 1845. Creator: Honore Daumier
Abonnes recevant leur journal.. 1845. Abonnes recevant leur journal et cherchant la maniere de s'en server. (Subscribers receiving their newspaper and finding ways to make use it)

Coat of arms copperplate 17th century Beale and Palmer
This image is from a copperplate engraving, and shows part of a roll of arms from Richard Blomes (Britannia), an atlas published in 1673

Coat of arms 17th century Hill and Cavell
This image is from a copperplate engraving, and shows part of a roll of arms from Richard Blomes (Britannia), an atlas published in 1673

The Leeds automatic telephone exchange (b / w photo)
3652677 The Leeds automatic telephone exchange (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Leeds automatic telephone exchange)

Subscribers to Animal Locomotion by Eadweard Muybridge: Scientists, Biologists, Physiologists, Anatomists
6010266 Subscribers to Animal Locomotion by Eadweard Muybridge: Scientists, Biologists, Physiologists, Anatomists, etc (b/w photo) by Muybridge

Coat of arms copperplate 17th century Reynell and White
This image is from a copperplate engraving, and shows part of a roll of arms from Richard Blome s

Coat of arms 17th century British company heraldry
This image is from a copperplate engraving, and shows part of a roll of arms from Richard Blomes Britannia, an atlas published in 1673

Coat of arms copperplate 17th century Leeke and Wogan
This image is from a copperplate engraving, and shows part of a roll of arms from Richard Blome s

Coat of arms 17th century Hatton and Roberts
This image is from a copperplate engraving, and shows part of a roll of arms from Richard Blome s

Finch and Croft coat of arms 17th century copperplate
This image is from a copperplate engraving, and shows part of a roll of arms from Richard Blome s

Become a subscriber to The Tatler, WW1 advertisement
Advertisement in The Sphere encouraging readers to subscribe to its sister paper, The Tatler, to avoid missing out during wartime

The First Modern Telephone, 1909
Photograph of the first automatic telephone exchange system (modern telephone), installed by the German Post Office in 1909

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"Exploring the Rich Heritage: 17th Century Copperplate Armorials of Inns of Court and British Company Heraldry" Step back in time to the 17th century as we delve into the captivating world of copperplate armorials. These intricate designs adorned the coats of arms for prestigious institutions such as Inns of Court, showcasing their noble heritage. Immerse yourself in the grandeur and elegance captured within these remarkable engravings. The East India Merchants achievement stands tall, symbolizing their influence and prosperity during this era. Marvel at the exquisite craftsmanship displayed in Conyers and Hatton's coat of arms, a testament to their esteemed lineage. Beale and Palmer's copperplate design exudes sophistication, while Hill and Cavell's emblem reflects strength and resilience. Transporting us further through history is an intriguing glimpse into early telecommunications with a black-and-white photograph capturing The Leeds automatic telephone exchange. A reminder that even then, subscribers were connected by technology's ever-evolving wonders. Witness another facet culture through Eadweard Muybridge's iconic work on Animal Locomotion. Scientists, biologists, physiologists, anatomists – all united as subscribers to unravel nature's mysteries through mesmerizing black-and-white photographs. The enchantment continues with Reynell and White's coat of arms etched onto copperplate; a fusion of artistry and heraldry that encapsulates familial pride. Delve deeper into British company heraldry as Leeke and Wogan proudly display their distinguished emblems alongside Hatton and Roberts' regal insignia. Join us on this journey through time where subscribers become custodians of tradition, preserving our shared history one copperplate engraving at a time.