A photograph of the inside cover of a booklet on the "Observations, remarks and estimates relating to the amendment of the navigation from Reading to Isleworth". The booklet shows shows significant wear, particularly along the page edges.

A photograph of the inside cover of another booklet on the "Observations, remarks and estimates relating to the amendment of the navigation from Reading to Isleworth". The booklet has been nibbled away at on the left hand side.

Ever wondered what happens when we receive two identical items? We recently received these booklets about the Thames and had to decide which to retain. This involved comparing both copies and assessing their quality and long-term durability. So, which would you choose to keep? #AboutAppraisals

Let’s talk #AboutAppraisals. Here at Gwent Archives, we receive many deposits of records that reveal the history of the historic county of Gwent. Our Archivists take on the challenging task of deciding what records we should accept by determining if they have permanent archival value. #Archive30

You can read #AboutAppraisals & how we work with creators to decide what arrives in the #archive in our Top 10 Archive Jargon Explainer blog 👉️ buff.ly/kysQCcJ
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