Poster Print : Merchants token, 19th century
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Merchants token, 19th century
Metal token for Basil Burchell, Sole Proprietor of the Anodyne Necklace for Children Cutting teeth. The anodyne necklace was a popular quack remedy dating from as early as the 1700s. It was believed to ward off illness from teething children at a time when infant mortality rates amongst the poor in London were high due to unhealthy living conditions Tokens such as these were used as an alternative currency and were exchanged for goods. Tokens were made of cheaper, lighter metals and were of lower value than money. They also served as advertisements for the merchants products. This token dates from the nineteenth century
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18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating Merchants Token Poster Print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Science Photo Library. This vintage image showcases a 19th-century Merchants Token for Basil Burchell, the Sole Proprietor of the Anodyne Necklace for Children Cutting Teeth. A fascinating relic from the past, this antique token tells a story of quack remedies and the intriguing world of 19th-century commerce. Add an air of history and intrigue to your space with this evocative poster print.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 61.5cm x 40.2cm (24.2" x 15.8")
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases a merchant's token from the 19th century, offering a glimpse into the fascinating world of quack remedies and alternative currencies. The metal token belonged to Basil Burchell, the sole proprietor of the Anodyne Necklace for Children Cutting Teeth. This necklace was a popular yet dubious solution dating back to the 1700s, believed to protect teething infants from illness during an era when infant mortality rates were alarmingly high in London due to unsanitary living conditions. Tokens like these served as both currency substitutes and advertisements for merchants' products. Crafted from cheaper metals and possessing lower value than traditional money, they played an essential role in facilitating transactions while promoting their respective businesses. This particular token, with its historical charm and antique allure, hails from the nineteenth century. The image is set against a striking black background that accentuates its metallic sheen. It evokes curiosity about bygone eras when superstitions surrounding health prevailed alongside genuine medical advancements. From quackery to legitimate remedies, this token embodies an intriguing chapter in healthcare history. As we delve into this snapshot of the past through Science Photo Library's lens, we are reminded of how far medicine has progressed since those times while appreciating tokens as tangible artifacts bridging commerce and culture across centuries gone by.
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