They are some of the earliest photos and images we have in our archive and show how primitive parts of the town were and how much it has evolved.
The images show life in Birmingham during the late 1800s and early 1900s.
Take a look below to view some of the oldest photos of Birmingham.
1. The Woodman in Jewellery Quarter
The Woodman in Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter sometime 1800 | Kevin Thomas, Birmingham Walking Tours
2. New Street, Birmingham', circa 1896.
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3. Smithfield Market, Birmingham, circa 1890s
A steam tram travels down Moat Row towards Smithfield Street. Moat Lane is to the left with the Drovers Arms to the right on the corner of Bradford Street. Artist Unknown. (Photo by English Heritage/Heritage Images/Getty Images) | Getty Images
4. Small Heath, 1897
Royal opening of Birmingham General Hospital, Small Heath | Getty Images
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