Antique Etched Copper Royal Shield Printing Plates

Unique etching on copper of Royal coat of arms shields.  The plate is for a colour layer which would have been a set of 3 colour plates per design

This is a commercial copper printing plate, dating from the early to mid 20th Century.

These plates offer a unique glimpse into historical printing techniques making them valuable for collectors and experts interested in vintage printing artefacts, english heraldic design and royal heritage.

Use these unique plates purely for decorate effect and add non glass frame, or more functional coasters and trivets. Or maybe collect a few as a decorative project as wall tiles.

Sold as a pair

A Bit of History 

In the eighteenth century, there was a growing demand for reproductive engravings of well known paintings, especially those using high quality plates. However, detailed engravings from this period had a limited number of impressions before the plate wore out. Many line engravers were also skilled goldsmiths and artisans. The pure line engraving technique was complex, often requiring months to complete a single plate and lengthy apprenticeships to master the craft.

Dimensions

Height: 12cm Width: 10cm