Rent Services to the Crown, Corporation of London

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Rent Services to the Crown, Corporation of London

Officials of the Corporation of London performing rent services to the Crown in the old court of the Exchequer. It is described as a curious civil custom? which still survives, but the services are rendered in the Royal Courts of Justice'. Date: 1885

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Civic Corporation Courts Custom Exchequer Justice Official Officials Rent Services

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This intriguing photograph captures a snapshot of a centuries-old custom known as the Rent Services to the Crown, performed by the Officials of the Corporation of London in the old Court of the Exchequer. Dated back to 1885, this Victorian-era image showcases a civic tradition that continues to survive in the modern-day Royal Courts of Justice. The Officials of the Corporation of London, dressed in their formal attire, are seen presenting rent rolls and other documents to representatives of the Crown. This ancient practice dates back to medieval times when the Corporation was responsible for collecting rents and revenues on behalf of the Monarch. The ceremony was an essential aspect of the feudal system, symbolizing the connection between the Monarch and the City of London. Despite the passage of time and the numerous changes in governance, this curious custom has endured. The ceremony takes place annually in the Royal Courts of Justice, underscoring the rich historical and cultural significance of this tradition. The image offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, providing a unique insight into the civic and ceremonial roles of the Corporation of London and its relationship with the Crown during the 19th century.

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