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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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Bank Banking Banks Business Communication Document Envelope Finance Foreign Manager Office Official Stationery Tunbridge Typed Typewritten Vendome Wells Westminster
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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 This unique artifact is a valuable addition to any collection of vintage ephemera, historical documents, or decorative antiques.
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