Month: May 2023

Beatrix Potter

Beatrix Potter: Copyright & Beswick Figurines

Early Peter Rabbit merchandise Have you ever wondered how the Beswick factory in Stafford came to manufacture so many Beatrix Potter characters? You may be surprised to discover that many of Beatrix Potter’s first encounters with publishing, patents and copyright were disappointing and costly. Amazingly, she had to self-publish the first 450 copies of her …

Vintage Books

How to Date Vintage Frederick Warne Books using Printer Codes

Dating Beatrix Potter books and Observer’s Pocket Series books Have you ever wondered when your vintage Observer’s Books were actually printed? Dating vintage books can sometimes be a tricky process. Often dates are given on the back of the title page, and include edition details, as well as reprint dates. Information in this format makes …