Group    From 1821 

De La Rue

Categories: Commerce

Security printing, papermaking and cash handling systems company. Founded by Thomas de la Rue, a Guernsey printer. In recent years, the company has been involved in the design or production of over 150 national currencies. They also produce a wide range of security documents including passports, driving licences, authentication labels and tax stamps.

Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of www.plaquesoflondon.co.uk

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De La Rue

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King George Tupou V

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Lieutenant Colonel Albert Victor Cowley

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Person, Armed Forces, Commerce, Politics & Administration

1 memorial
West India Docks

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1 memorial
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Group, Commerce

1 memorial
Ritz Hotel

Ritz Hotel

Opened by Swiss hotelier Cesar Ritz. The first hotel in the country where every room had an ensuite bathroom.

Place, Commerce

1 memorial
Acorn Restorations

Acorn Restorations

Metalwork restorers.

Group, Commerce

1 memorial