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Abbey Strand showing position of "Sanctuary Stones"
Unknown, 1905, Photograph
Abbey Strand showing position of "Sanctuary Stones"
Abbey Strand showing position of "Sanctuary Stones"
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21078
Title
Abbey Strand showing position of "Sanctuary Stones" 1905 (children awaiting adoption)
Description
A line of orphans standing along the line of the Sanctuary Stones at Abbey Strand, Edinburgh. Behind them is a refreshment room, houses and part of Holyrood Abbey and Holyroodhouse.
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Unknown
Date
1905
Size
20.6 x 25.5 cm
Type
Photograph
Location
Edinburgh and Scottish Collection
Abbey Strand is the final section of Edinburgh's Royal Mile, a short drive leading to the entrance of Holyrood Palace.
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