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Dick Whittington Stone, Highgate Hill, London, c1920s
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Dick Whittington Stone, Highgate Hill, London, c1920s
Dick Whittington Stone, Highgate Hill, London, c1920s. This stone marks the spot where, according to legend, Dick Whittington (c1350-1423) heard the sound of Bow Bells telling him to return to London and prophesying that he would become Lord Mayor. Cigarette card produced by the Westminster Tobacco Co Ltd, The second series of British royal and ancient buildings
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Camden Collectible Dick Dick Whittington Highgate Highgate Hill Legend Legendary Lord Mayor Lord Mayor Of London Mayor Monument Print Collector5 Richard Richard Whittington Sir Richard Whittington Westminster Tobacco Co Ltd Whittington
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This print takes us back to the c1920s, capturing a moment in time at the Dick Whittington Stone on Highgate Hill in London. The stone itself holds great historical significance as it marks the spot where the legendary figure, Dick Whittington, supposedly heard the enchanting sound of Bow Bells beckoning him to return to London. According to folklore, these bells prophesied that he would one day become Lord Mayor. The image is beautifully captured in monochrome, emphasizing its timeless quality and allowing us to appreciate both the architectural details of this ancient monument and its picturesque surroundings. This particular print was produced by Westminster Tobacco Co Ltd as part of their second series featuring British royal and ancient buildings. As we gaze upon this collectible cigarette card, we are transported into a world filled with legends and tales of old. It serves as a reminder of London's rich history and how stories like that of Dick Whittington continue to captivate our imagination. Let this photograph transport you through time as you explore Highgate Hill's landscape in Camden borough. Discover for yourself why this location has become synonymous with the ambitious dreams of an ordinary man who rose to become one of London's most esteemed figures – Sir Richard Whittington himself – forever etched into history as Lord Mayor.
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