The Collection
Collection of Truro City Council (Photo courtesy of Pip Hayler Photography)
Boy Scouts Medal of Honour
Made: 1914
Record Number: HFC:2019:81
This medal was presented to Truro resident E. C. Merrifield in 1914 by Chief Scout Lord Baden-Powell. The medal was presented by the Boy Scouts for the help Merrifield provided in rescuing valuable paintings and artefacts from City Hall following the fire which broke out at City Hall in 1914, destroying the original clock tower.
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1858 Stannary Court Weights
Discover MoreYear: 1858
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Banquet Menu
Discover MoreYear: 1890
Record Number: HFC:2019:94
An illustrated menu from the Mayor's Banquet of 1890, held at Truro's Public Rooms.
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1909 Stannary Court Weights
Discover MoreYear: 1909
Record Number: HFC:2019:78
A collection of weights used in Truro's Stannary Court, 1909.
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Presentation Gravyboat
Discover MoreYear: 1956
Record Number: HFC:2019:84
A presentation gravyboat presented to Truro Corporation by Dr Mabel Andrews, Truro Mayor 1965-66.
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Centenary of conferment of the city of Truro
Discover MoreYear: 1977
Record Number: HFC:2019:95
This commermorative cover was issued to celebrate 100 years of Truro posessing city status in 1977.