Printing type; Johnston wood letter type contained in a printer's chest, containing 20 cases, and formes set for print, as used by the Bournehall Press, 1916-1979
Main details
| Reference number | 1985/56 part 0 |
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| Description | Johnston wood letter type contained in a printer's chest, containing 20 cases, and formes set for print, as used by the Bournehall Press, c1916-1979. |
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| Dates | 1916-1979 |
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| Completeness | 60% |
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People involved
Role Person(s) involved Manufacturer Unknown, 1916-1979 -
Associated companies, people and places
Company Attribute Value Company used by Bournehall Press,
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