London Museum Docklands Library — 1714
Vectigalium systema: or, a complete view of that part of the revenue of Great Britain, commonly called customs
The volume gives details of duty to be paid on the dazzling range of goods imported into Britain in the late 17th and early 18th centuries. Several pages detail the import of spices and medicinal drugs and herbs, including an entry for 'Fox Lungs, the pound'.
The volume was once part of the Port of London Authority Library.
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- Object ID:
- DLIB1172
- Object name:
- Vectigalium systema: or, a complete view of that part of the revenue of Great Britain, commonly called customs
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- Artist/Maker:
- Edgar, William
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- Production date:
- 1714
- Material:
paper
- Measurements/duration:
- H 200 mm
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- Record quality:
- 100%
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- Owner Status & Credit:
Long-term loan
PLA Collection
- Copyright holder:
digital image © London Museum
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