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CollectionGB 0231 University of Aberdeen, Special Collections
LevelItem
Ref NoMS 3064/2/8/2/12
Alt Ref NoACC 366/65/3/3
TitleOak gavel presented to the Countess of Kintore
Date1889 - 1892
Extent1 item
DescriptionShe-oak gavel with two engraved silver-plate plaques, one signed S. Schlank & Co., inscribed 'Presented to the Countess of Kintore by the Adelaide Rowing Club on the occasion of the opening of their new rowing shed and christening of their Boats. Adelaide. 14th December 1889', the other by Suhard & Co., inscribed 'And used at Port Adelaide for Christening their new 8 oar boat "Lady Ethel" November 12th 1892' (after the Countess' eldest daughter Lady Ethel Sydney).
Access StatusOpen
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