Topolski, The Polish Artist, From Sketches To Bank of England Illustrator

London Art and culture, London History / bank of england

From Poland to London, an artists journey Feliks Topolski was a Polish-British artist and illustrator who is perhaps best known for his work depicting life in London during the mid-20th century. Born in Warsaw in 1907, Topolski studied art in Krakow and then traveled extensively throughout Europe, honing his skills as a painter and illustrator. […]

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Unlock the secrets of London’s hidden Bank of England museum

London History / bank of england

The Museum itself is free, and there is a bag scan policy, free audio guide when we attended. Taking photographs is allowed. Activity sheets for children graded by age group during school holidays. The Free map colour codes the sections of the museum made it all the more easy to navigate. How to find the

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production of the eur began, it took 3 years to make enough currency for the laucnh day

The Euro vs Sterling: What could have been

London History / bank of england, brexit

Production begins on the Euro on the 11th May 1998, 3 years later the currency was available for launch across 9 countries. The Euro was to change the look and feel of travelling Europe, no more French Franc, Belgium France, exchange rate calculations across borders but not, the United Kingdom 10 Hidden EURO currency facts

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20th September 1996 Christopher Wren’s £50 bank note withdraws

News Bulletins from History / bank of england

1996 The £50 note with Christopher Wren on the back was withdrawn The note was first issued on 20th March 1981. Series D designed by Harry Eccleston, assisted by Roger Withington and David Wicks. Christopher Wren one of the most respected historic architects in History. He was also Educated in physics, Maths, astronomy, anatomy, geometry, and

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45 years to build The Bank of England; Sir John Soan’s

London History / bank of england, Heritage, Museum

Departing the Bank Station complex at any of the exits which leads to the cross roads in front of the Royal Exchange, one cannot miss the imposing Fortress looking building that shadows above the area due north. Along Threadneedle Street and Prince Street is the site of the the Bank of England, founded in 1694,

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London Silver Vaults Story: The Chancery Lane Safe Deposit Co.

London History / bank of england, Victorians

The history of the London Silver Vaults dates back to the 1880s when a group of silver dealers decided to create a secure storage space for their valuable collections. Today, the vaults offer not only storage but also a shopping experience that is quite unique. The vaults present the world’s largest retail collection of fine

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