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J. Barker trade card

  • Original object type: Artefact
  • Title: J. Barker trade card
  • Description:

    Pictorial 19th century engraved trade card of J. Barker, depicting locks, keys and bells. Trader details in a variety of typefaces with decorative flourishes. Detailed price list on reverse.

    Transcription of obverse: J. BARKER, Locksmith & Bellhanger. Stove Grate & Range Makers. Gas Fitter, &c. &c. 1, BROOK ST, UPPER CLAPTON. Brafs [Brass] Work Cleaned, Lackered [Lacquered] or Bronzed.

    Transcription of reverse: Comparative cost of equal Light at per 1000. 1lb Tallow Candles 5 Pence. 21 Cubic feet of Gas 1 Penny. 1lb of Composition Candles 1 Shilling. 25 Cubic feet of Gas 1 Penny Farthing. 1lb of Wax Candles 2 Shillings & 4d. 25 Cubic feet of Gas 1 Penny Farthing. 1 Gallon of Solar Oil 4 Shillings. 175 Cubic feet of Gas 8 Pence halfpenny. 1 Gallon of Sperm Oil 8 Shillings. 27 / Cubic feet of Gas 10 Pence halfpenny.

  • Date range: c.1820
  • Date: 1820
  • Depositing User: - libemu
  • Date Deposited: 15 Mar 2021 18:10
  • Last Modified: 15 Mar 2021 18:10