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Mounted 1872 British Birth Record – Somerset House Facsimile on Wood | Rustic UK
Mounted 1872 British Birth Record – Somerset House Facsimile on Wood | Rustic UK
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Step into 19th-century England with this one-of-a-kind wall piece-a mounted facsimile of an 1872 British birth certificate, certified by the General Register Office at Somerset House, London. This vintage display features the birth of Ernest John Stevenson, born on March 30th, 1872, in Bromley, Middlesex, and registered on May 11, 1872.
Though it's not a modern certificate, this decorative piece captures the formality and historic beauty of a 19th-century British birth record. Whether you're a fan of genealogy, an Anglophile with a taste for vintage charm, or just love a good backstory in your home decor-this rustic relic delivers.
The document is carefully laminated and mounted to a solid wood plaque with scalloped edging and a warm honey finish. A brass hanger is fixed at the top, making it ready for wall display in a study, hallway, or library.
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🪵 Maker / Artist / Brand:
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Issued by: General Register Office, Somerset House, London
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Mounting and finish: Unknown (likely U.S. or UK-based artisan, 1970s-80s)
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📅 Year of Manufacture:
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Original document: 1872
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Mounted version: Estimated 1970s-1980s
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📐 Size & Dimensions:
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Total plaque size: 15.75" W x 9.25" H x 0.5" D
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Weight: Approx. 1.5 lbs
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Mounting: Brass sawtooth-style hanger on reverse
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🧱 Materials Used:
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Aged facsimile paper
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Gloss-sealed finish
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Solid wood backer board
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Brass hanging hardware
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⚠️ Condition Statement:
This is a vintage piece with honest wear and character. The document is sealed under a clear coat which has yellowed slightly over time, adding a nostalgic warmth. There are a few small scuffs and dings on the wood, plus one minor chip on the rear corner (see photo). No flaking, tearing, or damage to the document face. Ready to hang and enjoy-perfect for lovers of history, oddities, and storytelling decor.
Though it's not a modern certificate, this decorative piece captures the formality and historic beauty of a 19th-century British birth record. Whether you're a fan of genealogy, an Anglophile with a taste for vintage charm, or just love a good backstory in your home decor-this rustic relic delivers.
The document is carefully laminated and mounted to a solid wood plaque with scalloped edging and a warm honey finish. A brass hanger is fixed at the top, making it ready for wall display in a study, hallway, or library.
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🪵 Maker / Artist / Brand:
*
Issued by: General Register Office, Somerset House, London
*
Mounting and finish: Unknown (likely U.S. or UK-based artisan, 1970s-80s)
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📅 Year of Manufacture:
*
Original document: 1872
*
Mounted version: Estimated 1970s-1980s
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📐 Size & Dimensions:
*
Total plaque size: 15.75" W x 9.25" H x 0.5" D
*
Weight: Approx. 1.5 lbs
*
Mounting: Brass sawtooth-style hanger on reverse
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🧱 Materials Used:
*
Aged facsimile paper
*
Gloss-sealed finish
*
Solid wood backer board
*
Brass hanging hardware
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⚠️ Condition Statement:
This is a vintage piece with honest wear and character. The document is sealed under a clear coat which has yellowed slightly over time, adding a nostalgic warmth. There are a few small scuffs and dings on the wood, plus one minor chip on the rear corner (see photo). No flaking, tearing, or damage to the document face. Ready to hang and enjoy-perfect for lovers of history, oddities, and storytelling decor.
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