Insurance Collection (page 7)

The Leadenhall Street Entrance of Lloyd s, 1936. From Shipping Wonders of the World, Vol. 1, edited by Clarence Winchester. [The Amalgamated Press Ltd. London]

The Underwriting Room at Lloyds, with the Rostrum in the centre, 1936
The Underwriting Room at Lloyd s, with the Rostrum in the centre, 1936. From Shipping Wonders of the World, Vol. 1, edited by Clarence Winchester. [The Amalgamated Press Ltd. London]

View of the Ocean Insurance Companys Offices, Old Broad Street, City of London, 1864

New Bridge Street, City of London, 1812. View of New Bridge Street, looking south, with Albion Fire Insurance Associations premises on the left. Also showing figures, horses, carriages and an obelisk

New Bridge Street, City of London, 1810. View of New Bridge Street, looking south, with the Albion Fire Insurance Associations premises on the left

New Bridge Street, City of London, 1809. Artist: William James Bennett
New Bridge Street, City of London, 1809. View of New Bridge Street, looking south, with Albion Fire Insurance Associations premises on the left

Emblematical figures over the Pelican Life Office, no 70 Lombard Street, City of London, 1801
Emblematical figures in artificial stone over the Pelican Life Office, no 70 Lombard Street, City of London, 1801

Bartholomew Lane, City of London, 1830. View of the Sun Fire Office in Bartholomew Lane from a stamp belonging to the Sun Assurance Company

Union Assurance office, Cornhill, London, c1800. Artist: Samuel Rawle
Union Assurance office, Cornhill, London, c1800. View of the outside of the Union Assurance office, Cornhill

Fleet Street, London, 1861. Artist: Robert Dudley
Fleet Street, London, 1861. View of buildings in Fleet Street, with the Promoter Life Insurance Company offices in the centre and telegraph office at left

Amicable Society for a Perpetual Assurance Office, Serjeants Inn, Fleet Street, London, 1801
Amicable Society for a Perpetual Assurance Office, Serjeants Inn, Fleet Street, City of London, 1801

The Royal Insurance Building in Moorgate, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, 20 July 1962 Artist
The Royal Insurance Building in Moorgate, Rotherham town Centre, South Yorkshire, 20 July 1962

Morris Minor and a Triumph Herald outside the Royal Insurance Building, Rotherham,s Yorks, 1962
A Morris Minor and a Triumph Herald outside the Royal Insurance Building in Rotherham town Centre, South Yorkshire, 20 July 1962

Looking across the Thames towards the City of London. The two tallest buildings are Tower 42 (formerly the NatWest Tower) and Sir Norman Fosters Gherkin

Concordia. Private Collection

La Genevoise. Private Collection

Helvetia. Private Collection

Advertising Poster for the insurance company Russia, 1903. Artist: Anonymous
Advertising Poster for the insurance company Russia, 1903. Found in the collection of the Russian State Library, Moscow

National Health and Pensions Insurance Card: Members Record Card, c1930s

Printing Building, Metropolitan Life Insurance Company, Long Island City, New York, 1922. From The Architectural Forum Volume XXXVII. [Rogers and Manson, New York, 1922]

Hand composition room, Metropolitan Life Insurance Company, Long Island City, New York, 1922. From The Architectural Forum Volume XXXVII. [Rogers and Manson, New York, 1922]

View in the press room of the Metropolitan Life Insurance Company, Long Island City, New York, 1922. From The Architectural Forum Volume XXXVII. [Rogers and Manson, New York, 1922]

Interior of public space, Illinois Life Insurance Company Building, Chicago, Illinois, 1923. From The Architectural Forum Volume XXXIX. [Rogers and Manson, New York, 1923]

Exterior detail, Illinois Life Insurance Company Building, Chicago, Illinois, 1923. From The Architectural Forum Volume XXXIX. [Rogers and Manson, New York, 1923]

The Underwriters Room at Lloyds, c1903. Artist: AJ Campbell & E Gray
The Underwriters Room at Lloyds, c1903. From Penroses Pictorial Annual 1903-4, edited by William Gamble. [A. W. Penrose & Co. London, 1903-4]

Zeppelin and accident insurance advertisement, 1910. Front and back. From The Connoisseur magazine (September 1910)

Scene at Lloyds, London, 1877. Artist: William Bazett Murray
Scene at Lloyd s, London, 1877. From The Illustrated London News (20 January 1877)

Advertisment for Tit-Bits magazine, 20th century. Tit-Bits was a British weekly magazine and was founded by George Newnes in 1881

John Julius Angerstein (1735-1823), English philanthropist and merchant, (1829). Artist: Scriven
John Julius Angerstein (1735-1823), English philanthropist, merchant, picture collector and Lloyds underwriter (1829). A prominent patron of the arts

Office holders certificate of the Female Lodge of the Manchester Unity Friendly Society, 1929. Friendly societies first grew up in Britain and Europe in the 17th and 18th centuries

The Cherub!, 1884. Artist: Joseph Swain
The Cherub!, 1884. Joseph Chamberlain is the cherub watching over the British sailor. This relates to Chamberlains Merchant Shipping Bill which aimed to do away with the shipping owners who insured

Lloyds Bank Branch + Shaw & Sons Insurance Brokers (above), Thought to be at Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, England. Date: 1960s

National Health Insurance Stamp - Take a bit of licking
This Stamp will take a bit of licking - the introduction of the National Health Insurance stamp under the 1911 National Insurance Act

Royal Society for the Protection of Life from Fire medal
Firefighters from the insurance brigades and the London Fire Engine Establishment would put out the fires but did not provide much in the way of helping people to escape

National Insurance Card
A postcard to mark the introduction by Lloyd George of the National Insurance scheme

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Canary Wharf tube station and Boris bikes

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Canary Wharf in winter at dusk

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Canary Wharf in winter at dusk

Fish Delivery boy distracted by Tit-Bits
Fish Delivery boy distracted by the latest addition Tit-Bits - this promotional card is advertising life insurance (via the magazine) to insure ones life for 1000. Date: circa 1906

Standard Life building, Montevideo, Uruguay, South America
Standard Life Insurance Company building, Montevideo, Uruguay, South America. Date: 1911

United Friendly Insurance Company document, Southwark Bridge, London, Householders Comprehensive policy for Private Dwellings. early 20th century

Henry Doubleday Photo
HENRY DOUBLEDAY Entomologist, ornothologist, grocer, ironmonger & insurance agent, noted for his work on the systematics of Lepidoptera (Butterflies & Moths) Date: 1808-1875

Georgetown, Guyana - (from left:) Hand in Hand Insurance Company Building (still standing), the Tower Hotel, the post office and the G Club building. Date: circa 1901

London Fire Engine Establishment fireman in uniform
Formed in 1833, the LFEE was Londons first properly organised fire brigade, having taken over from the various Insurance Company fire brigades around the capital

Steam Roller Accident
A man sits down on the pavement in shock and is comforted by a kind policeman. Behind him is the cause of his consternation: a steam roller in the bay window of a house! Date: 1960s

First steel-framed skyscraper, Chicago, 1890s
Home Insurance Building on LaSalle and Adams streets, Chicago, 1890s. Albertype reproduction of a photograph

Lloyd George Card
DAVID LLOYD GEORGE depicted as responsible for introducing unemployment insurance, requiring the licking of stamps

The Royal Liver Building is a Grade I listed building located in Liverpool, England. It is sited at the Pier Head and along with the neighbouring Cunard Building

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"Insurance: Safeguarding Lives and Legacies through the Ages" Step back in time to 1886, where the bustling Underwriting Room of Lloyds of London served as a hub for risk assessment and protection. This historic space witnessed countless deals struck, shaping the future of insurance. Fast forward to the present day, and you'll find yourself immersed in the grandeur of Lloyds Building's large atrium, an architectural masterpiece designed by Richard Rogers. This iconic structure stands tall in the heart of City of London, symbolizing resilience and stability. But insurance is not just about buildings; it extends its reach to safeguarding communities. The London Fire Engine Establishment's list of fire stations reminds us how insurance plays a vital role in mitigating risks and responding swiftly during emergencies. Traveling across continents, we arrive at Belgrade's Hotel Moscow. Even here, it has left its mark on society. Prudential Life Insurance prides itself on protecting lives worldwide – their fleet serving as a testament to their commitment. In politics too, it has played a significant role throughout history. David Lloyd George leaving Downing Street signifies how leaders have recognized its importance in securing nations' welfare amidst uncertainty. Returning to London's roots, we encounter New Lloyds Coffee House – where it all began centuries ago. From humble beginnings emerged an industry that would shape economies globally. As we gaze upon Liverpool's Pier Head with awe-inspiring landmarks like the Royal Liver Building and Cunard Building standing tall against time's relentless march - they remind us that even monumental structures rely on solid foundations provided by insurers who protect them from unforeseen events. Today’s Lloyds Building continues Richard Rogers' legacy - an architectural marvel nestled within City of London - reminding us that while times change, our need for reliable protection remains constant.