RecordBeggar's badge< 1 of 1 > Back from the Parish of Kilmallie, Fort William
Beggar's badgeThis lead alloy communion token was used as a beggar's badge in the parish of Kilmallie by Fort William. It dates from the early 19th century. The square badge is inscribed with the letter 'F'. There is a perforation near the centre. The largest parish in Scotland, Kilmallie covers nearly 450 square miles of very mountainous country. Fort William is at its centre but the parish church is at Corpeth. In 1801, the population of Kilmallie was 4500 rising to 5500 in 1831. Record detailsTo search on related items, click any linked text below.
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