British Linen Bank sculpture, George Street

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British Linen Bank sculpture, George Street

Image: © kim traynor Taken: 29 Sep 2011

Sculpture over an entrance to a former branch of the British Linen Bank. The scallop shell traditionally symbolises fertility, hence its presence on the bank building signified prosperity.

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Image Location

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55.953173
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-3.200263