Thomas De la Rue
1793–1866
Printer who introduced several new printing inks. He patented improvements in playing cards and the fixing of iridescent films on paper. Formed the company of De la Rue & Sons.
Source
DNB.
Bibliography
DNB: Dictionary of national biography. Edited by Leslie Stephen and Sidney Lee. 63 vols. and 2 supplements (6 vols.). London: Smith, Elder & Co. 1885–1912. Dictionary of national biography 1912–90. Edited by H. W. C. Davis et al. 9 vols. London: Oxford University Press. 1927–96.
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