Jigsaw Puzzle : Envelope, Westminster Foreign Bank Limited, Paris
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Envelope, Westminster Foreign Bank Limited, Paris
Envelope, Westminster Foreign Bank Limited, 22 Place Vendome, Paris. France, addressed to The Manager, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, UK. Date: early 1920s
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Media ID 14260810
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Bank Banking Banks Business Communication Document Envelope Finance Foreign Manager Office Official Stationery Tunbridge Typed Typewritten Vendome Wells Westminster
Jigsaw Puzzle (500 Pieces)
Discover the captivating history of international finance with our latest addition to the Media Storehouse Jigsaw Puzzles collection. This intriguing puzzle features an authentic image of a vintage envelope from the Westminster Foreign Bank Limited in Paris, dating back to the early 1920s. Addresses on the envelope reveal a connection between Paris and Tunbridge Wells, Kent, in the UK. Piece together this fascinating piece of history and transport yourself back in time as you uncover the intricacies hidden within this beautifully detailed jigsaw puzzle.
500 piece puzzles are custom made in Australia and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.6mm thick laminated puzzle boards. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 40x51cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most mail slots with a unique magnetic lid
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Product Size is 50.7cm x 40.3cm (20" x 15.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "A Vintage Communication Across Borders: An Early 1920s Envelope from the Westminster Foreign Bank Limited, Paris" This evocative image showcases an original envelope from the Westminster Foreign Bank Limited, located at 22 Place Vendome in Paris, France. Dated back to the early 1920s, this envelope bears the address of its recipient, "The Manager, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, UK." The envelope's design is a testament to the elegance and sophistication of the era, with its ornate typography and intricate border. The Westminster Foreign Bank Limited's name and logo are proudly displayed, emphasizing the bank's international reach and influence during the 1920s. The envelope's contents were undoubtedly of great importance, as indicated by the use of a typewritten address and the secure, sealed flap. The envelope's journey from Paris to Tunbridge Wells would have taken several days, as international mail delivery was not as swift as it is today. This vintage envelope offers a glimpse into the past, when communication between different parts of the world was a more deliberate and tangible process. It serves as a reminder of the role that banks and financial institutions played in facilitating global connections and exchanges during the 1920s. The envelope's preservation allows us to appreciate the beauty and history of a bygone era, as well as the evolution of office stationery and communication methods. This unique artifact is a valuable addition to any collection of vintage ephemera, historical documents, or decorative antiques.
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