Blanks Collection

Cutting teeth on steel file blanks
5311825 Cutting teeth on steel file blanks; (add.info.: Engraving depicting cutting teeth on steel file blanks, Sheffield. Dated 19th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

The forging of files
5311826 The forging of files; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the forging of files, Sheffield. Dated 19th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

The tempering of files
5311827 The tempering of files; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the tempering of files , Sheffield. Dated 19th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Baker's and Finnemore's Pen Factory, St Paul's Square, Birmingham, England, 1870 (engraving)
532302 Baker's and Finnemore's Pen Factory, St Paul's Square, Birmingham, England, 1870 (engraving); (add.info.: Baker's and Finnemore's Pen Factory, St Paul's Square)

DIE SINKING ROOM AT MINT
The coinage and medal dies are formed under this press by forcing a punch, on which is the required design, into specially prepared blanks. Date: circa 1910

Sarah Blanks Hockey Commonwealth Games 2002, Manchester 29 July 2002 Date: 29 July 2002

Page from metalwork catalogue: Keys and key blanks (litho)
6005866 Page from metalwork catalogue: Keys and key blanks (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Keys and key blanks)

Cutting blanks, the Royal Mint, Tower Hill, London (photo)
6033043 Cutting blanks, the Royal Mint, Tower Hill, London (photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cutting blanks, the Royal Mint, Tower Hill, London)

Pen making (engraving)
2792824 Pen making (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pen making. Illustration for Chatterbox (1893). Digitally cleaned image.); © Look and Learn

Uncle John with the Young Folk, "All Prizes and no Blanks!"(engraving)
1610804 Uncle John with the Young Folk, " All Prizes and no Blanks!" (engraving) by Houghton, Arthur Boyd (1836-75) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Uncle John with the Young Folk)

Page from metalwork catalogue: Keys and key blanks (litho)
6005869 Page from metalwork catalogue: Keys and key blanks (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Keys and key blanks)

Views in the Royal Mint, London (b / w photo)
6013706 Views in the Royal Mint, London (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Views in the Royal Mint, London)

Sketches at Her Majestys Mint, Tower Hill (engraving)
1044737 Sketches at Her Majestys Mint, Tower Hill (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches at Her Majestys Mint, Tower Hill)

Sketches at the Royal Mint, Tower Hill; machines for cutting out blanks (engraving)
604142 Sketches at the Royal Mint, Tower Hill; machines for cutting out blanks (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches at the Royal Mint)

Page from metalwork catalogue: Cylinder latch blanks and keys (litho)
6005870 Page from metalwork catalogue: Cylinder latch blanks and keys (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cylinder latch blanks and keys)

Time Savers Easy Correspondence card! Fill in the blanks! Date: 1937

These War Sensations by Bruce Bairnsfather
Insoluble A cartoon by Captain Bruce Bairnsfather in The Bystander Christmas Number 1916, offering a competition to fill in the blanks of a sentence uttered when Old Bill realises that his rum jar

A Marine loads blank ammunition rounds into a magazine for the convoy excercise

WW1 - Roll of Honour - space to fill in the blanks
WW1 - Roll of Honour with space to fill in the blanks. " Draw me not without reason. Sheath me not without honour." Date: circa 1916

Bakers and Finnemores Pen Factory, St Pauls Square, Birmingham, England. On left, blanks are being stamped from strips of steel with machines powered through shaft and belting

Blanching & Drying Coins
The blanching room is where blanks, after annealing, have their surfaces polished. After this the coins are dried in revolving drums

Cutting Room at Mint
Coin blanks of a specified weight are cut out from strips by presses

Annealing at Royal Mint
The rotary annealing room, where blanks are softened in the red hot furnaces

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Blanks, in the world of metalwork and engraving, hold a significant role in various industries. From the die sinking room at the Mint to Sarah Blanks' expertise, these blank canvases are transformed into remarkable creations. In a page from a metalwork catalogue, we catch a glimpse of keys and key blanks lithographed with precision. These small yet essential components play an integral part in securing our belongings. The Royal Mint at Tower Hill showcases its meticulous craftsmanship through cutting blanks. A captivating photo captures this process, highlighting the dedication and skill required to produce flawless coins. But it's not just currency that benefits from blanks; pen making also relies on their versatility. Engravers take pride in etching intricate designs onto these slender surfaces, turning them into works of art. Uncle John entertains the young folk with tales of triumphs without any disappointments - "All Prizes and no Blanks. " An enchanting engraving depicts this joyous scene where every endeavor yields success. Further exploring the Royal Mint's inner workings reveals sketches capturing machines specifically designed for cutting out blanks. These engravings showcase innovation and efficiency as technology seamlessly merges with traditional craftsmanship. A page from another metalwork catalogue presents cylinder latch blanks and keys lithographs – showcasing how even door locks rely on these unassuming pieces to ensure security. Time Savers Easy Correspondence card reminds us that even mundane tasks like writing letters benefit from having access to blank spaces ready for our thoughts to unfold effortlessly. Blanks may seem insignificant at first glance but delve deeper into their purpose within various industries, and you'll discover their undeniable importance. From minting coins to crafting pens or ensuring secure locks, they serve as foundations upon which creativity flourishes. So next time you encounter a blank canvas or an empty space waiting to be filled, remember its potential for transformation is limitless.