1899 Jay Richard Attenborough London Oxford St Jewellers Invoice
Description
An original 1899 illustrated billhead invoice from Jay, Richard Attenborough & Coy Ltd, Jewellers, Silversmiths, Jewel Experts and Valuers, located at 142 and 144 Oxford Street, W., London (Established 1796). Issued on 5th January 1899 to A. F. Langley Esq of 9 Blomfield Street, Upper Westbourne Terrace, W., the handwritten document details fine jewellery purchases including a "Brilliant diamond & Sapphire Ring" (£7 10s 0d) and a "22ct Wedding Ring" (£2 5s 0d), totaling £9 15s 0d. The elaborate left margin features a ornate banner motif topped with a Royal Crown crest detailing services such as cleaning and repairing clocks, watches, and musical boxes, alongside buying, exchanging, mounting, and repairing gold, silver, and diamonds. An original lilac Victoria One Penny Postage and Inland Revenue stamp is affixed near the bottom, signed and marked "Rec. cash with thanks, 5.1.99".
Background Information
Jay, Richard Attenborough & Co. was an historic London retail jeweller and pawnbroker tracing its origins back to 1796. Operating from prominent premises at 142–144 Oxford Street in the West End, the firm served as jewel experts, silversmiths, and government-appointed valuers. Known for trading in high-grade gemstones, fine plate, and bespoke gold jewelry, the business was part of the renowned Attenborough family network of London goldsmiths and silversmiths.
Condition Report
Item displays light handling wear, faint original horizontal folding crease, and mild uniform age toning. Please note that this item was removed from a photograph album, leaving visible paper glue mounting strips on the reverse; it remains pasted down to the original album cardboard backing and cannot be removed without risking destruction to the invoice. See Photos for Condition
Shipping Information
Carefully packaged in a protective sleeve to ensure safe delivery. Shipped securely in a rigid mailer to prevent bending or damage during transit.
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