Back to the previous page
18th Century Copper Token - Old Meeting House, Birmingham
|
 View larger image
© Birmingham Museums and Art Gallery
Additional ImagesClick on each image below to view at full size:
 |
Basic Information | | Accession Number: | 1939N161 |
|---|
| Collection: | Coins & Medals |
|---|
| Date: | 1797 - 1797 |
|---|
|
|
Maker Information | | Maker: | Peter Kempson - View biography for Peter Kempson |
|---|
Notes | This copper token depicts the Old Meeting House. It is one of a set with views of Birmingham issued by Peter Kempson in 1797.The Old Meeting house was situated off Worcester Street, Birmingham. It was built in 1689. During the 1791 Riots, the building was destroyed but rebuilt later in a Classical style. The Old Meeting was eventually demolished to make way for New Street Station. | | Presented by Wilfred Bragge. |
Further Information | | Reign: | King George III |
|---|
| Production Period: | 18th century |
|---|
| Material(s): | Copper |
|---|
| Place of Origin: | Birmingham, Warwickshire, England |
|---|
Associated Places | | Dimensions | | Diameter: | 29 mm |
|---|
|
