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18th Century Token commemorating St Mary's Chapel

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Basic Information

Accession Number:1939N171
Collection:Coins & Medals
Date:1797 - 1797

Maker Information

Maker:Peter Kempson - View biography for Peter Kempson

Notes

This copper token depicts St Mary's Chapel. It is one of a set with views of Birmingham issued by Peter Kempson in 1797.The chapel was situated on Whittall Street. It was built in 1774 and closed in 1925.

Presented by Wilfred Bragge.

Further Information

Reign:King George III
Production Period:18th century
Material(s):Copper
Place of Origin:Birmingham, Warwickshire, England

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Dimensions

Diameter:29 mm