Coopers of Leith banner, 1822

Category

Museums & Galleries Item

Item no

50858

Title

Coopers of Leith banner, 1822

Description

One silk banner for the coopers of Leith, 1822. The banner is dark blue and grey and is painted with different designs on each side . This side is the obverse and is painted with the motto, 'ELLECTI NON FRANGI', (choice not to be discouraged / the chosen are not discouraged). Between the text is the seal of the coopers in gold, this features tools of their trade surrounded by a border of thistles.

Date

1822

Size

182 x 175 cm

Location

The People's Story

Accession number

HH1047/43

Copyright

The City of Edinburgh Council Museums & Galleries ; The People's Story

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