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Wherry Collection

Catalogue reference: Philatelic 75

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This record is about the Wherry Collection dating from 1914-1918.

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Reference
Philatelic 75
Title
Wherry Collection
Date
1914-1918
Description

Collection of 1914-1918 First World War postcards, mainly British and French.

Held by
British Library, Philatelic Collections
Legal status
Not Public Record(s)
Language
Various
Creator(s)
Albinia Lucy Wherry (1857-1929)
Physical description
4 Boxes
Access conditions

Restrictions to access apply please consult British Library staff. Access to these collections is by appointment only. Please email the Philatelic Collections to book an appointment: philatelic@bl.uk

Immediate source of acquisition
Donated to the British Museum by Albinia Lucy Wherry during her lifetime. Transferred to the British Library, 1973.
Administrative / biographical background

Collection formed by Miss Albinia Lucy Wherry (1857-1929). Donated to the British Museum Library during her lifetime. Collection transferred to the British Library, 1973.

Record URL
https://beta.nationalarchives.gov.uk/catalogue/id/2e1d89f3-5781-482d-b02d-1b77e3b31eaa/

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