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Thomas Webb (1755-1831)
Medal commemorating the foundation of Christchurch, Birmingham, 1805 1805
Silver commemorative medal | 4.2 cm (diameter of a coin/medal) | RCIN 440035
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The foundation stone of Christ Church in Birmingham was laid on 22 July 1805 on the King's behalf by the Lord Chamberlain, the 3rd Earl of Dartmouth, in the presence of large crowds of spectators, many of whom wore Thomas Webb's medal suspended from ribbons. The King's gold example is in the British Museum, while the Queen's was sold in 1819 (Christie's, 24-26 May, second day, lot 32).
Provenance
To commemorate the laying of the foundation stone of Christ Church, Birmingham, on the King's behalf by the Lord Chamberlain, the 3rd Earl of Dartmouth.
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Creator(s)
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Medium and techniques
Silver commemorative medal
Measurements
4.2 cm (diameter of a coin/medal)
37.56 g (Weight) (whole object)
Alternative title(s)
Foundation of Christchurch, Birmingham
