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Yellow flowered Chinese chrysanthemum, Chrysanthemum indicum.. Handcolored illustration by E.D. Smith engraved by Watts from Charles McIntoshs Flora and Pomona 1829

Yellow flowered Calceolaria corymbosa from Chile.. Handcolored illustration by E.D. Smith engraved by Watts from Charles McIntoshs Flora and Pomona 1829

Millican Dalton looking toward Derwentwater from Borrowdale
Derwentwater from High Lodore, Borrowdale, Lake District, Cumbria, England. This card features Millican Dalton (1867-1947), famous outdoors man

Jons Jacob Berzelius (1779-1848), Swedish chemist who introduced modern chemical symbols. Hhe discovered the elements selenium, thorium and cerium, and was first to isolate others

Hugh Dalton, 1940
Hugh Dalton (later Lord Dalton), then Minister for Economic Warfare. 1940

Sir Joseph Dalton Hooker(1817-1911). English botanist and explorer. Engraving. Universal History, 1885. Colored

Scarlet flowered trumpet-flower, Bignonia grandiflora.. Handcolored illustration by Edwin Dalton Smith engraved by F.W. Smith from Charles McIntoshs Flora and Pomona 1829

Blue flowered Isotoma axillaris.. Handcolored illustration by Edwin Dalton Smith engraved by F.W. Smith from Charles McIntoshs Flora and Pomona 1829

Ripe fruit and leaves of the Brunswick fig, Ficus carica.. Handcolored illustration by Edwin Dalton Smith engraved by F.W. Smith from Charles McIntoshs Flora and Pomona 1829

Ripe fruit and leaves of the Black Tartarian Cherry, Prunus species.. Handcolored illustration by Edwin Dalton Smith engraved by F.W. Smith from Charles McIntoshs Flora and Pomona 1829

Crimson flowered showy, Metrosideros speciosus.. Handcolored illustration by Edwin Dalton Smith engraved by F.W. Smith from Charles McIntoshs Flora and Pomona 1829

Purple showy milkwort, Polygala speciosa.. Handcolored illustration by Edwin Dalton Smith engraved by F.W. Smith from Charles McIntoshs Flora and Pomona 1829

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"Dalton: A Multifaceted Legacy of Symbols, Nature, and Stardom" Step into the world of Dalton, where history intertwines with beauty and fame. In 1835, Dalton's table of Atomic symbols revolutionized our understanding of matter, paving the way for scientific breakthroughs that shaped our modern world. Amidst this intellectual backdrop, a scarlet-flowered tree rhododendron named Rhododendron arboreum blooms majestically. Its vibrant petals captivate onlookers at Fall or Crufts events alongside the regal Pyrenean Dog. Delving deeper into nature's palette reveals the enchanting Crimson Jacobean lily - Sprekelia formosissima - a flower that exudes passion and allure. Alongside it dances the yellow-flowered California poppy (Eschscholzia californica), painting fields in golden hues as if to mimic sunshine itself. In this diverse realm of flora, we encounter many small yellow roses known as Lady Banks rose (Rosa). Their delicate charm evokes feelings of romance and tenderness while reminding us that beauty can be found even in modest forms. Moving beyond botanical wonders, we stumble upon ripe fruit and leaves adorning the Brown Beurre Pear (Pyrus communis). Its succulent sweetness invites us to savor life's bountiful offerings. It also extends its influence to artistry through Magnolia hodgsonii - an exquisite colored engraving from 1855. The intricate details capture nature's elegance with every stroke, leaving viewers mesmerized by its timeless allure. Amongst these natural wonders lies the dwarf violet iris or vernal American flower – a symbol of resilience amidst adversity. It reminds us that even in challenging times, strength can bloom against all odds. Not limited to plants alone, Dalton encompasses Quercus lamellosa – a majestic oak tree depicted in a colored engraving from 1890.