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18th Century Copper Token - General Hospital, Birmingham

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Basic Information

Accession Number:1939N153
Collection:Coins & Medals
Date:1797 - 1797

Maker Information

Maker:Peter Kempson - View biography for Peter Kempson

Notes

This copper token depicts the General Hospital. It is one of a set with views of Birmingham issued by Peter Kempson in 1797.The building of the General Hospital began in 1769 and the first stage completed in 1779. Further extensions were made and by 1792, the hospital had 70 beds.

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