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From the archive of Moyra Simmons
presented by Greville Watson 2013
Coronation 1953

Presentation of Five-shilling Piece

Coin in box presented 1953
"A personal gift from the Mayor"

Photo of lid of coin box 1953
Showing the town crest on the lid

Letter from The Mayor of Higham
Letter from the Mayor advising each 'younger citizen' that they
would receive a 'newly-minted Coronation Year Five-shilling Piece.

Letter from Mr Woodall, Headmaster
Letter from the Headmaster to Moyra advising the
arrangements for those attending school outside the Borough.


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