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One-penny banknote
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Issued by McFunn, Buchanan and Co., Glasgow
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This one-penny banknote was issued by Glasgow bankers Daniel McFunn, Duncan Buchanan & Co. It is dated 16 January 1765.
One-penny banknote, Daniel McFunn, Glasgow, 16 January 1765, a propaganda note relevant to the abolition of the Option Clause, 1765
The note was an item of propaganda in the debate surrounding the 'Option Clause', under which the issuing bank had the option of deferring payment, plus interest, for six months. The clause was abolished in 1765.
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- Online ID: 000-100-045-620-C
- Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
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National Museums Scotland
Project description View all records in project - Ref: National Museums Scotland H.OIA 55
- Date: 16 January 1765
1765 - Material: Paper
Banknote / propaganda note - Dimensions: 95 mm x 105 mm
- What: Banknote / propaganda note
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- Who: Daniel McFunn
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