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Baton, of Thomas Buchanan, Dean of Guild, Glasgow

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Baton, of Thomas Buchanan, Dean of Guild, Glasgow
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This ceremonial baton belonged to a Dean of Guild in Glasgow called Thomas Buchanan. Made of ebony and silver-mounted, it dates from 1859.

The baton has a crown on top and is inscribed 'Dean of Guild/Thomas Buchanan/1859' and 'Let Glasgow Flourish / Police Chambers'.

The Dean of Guild Courts had an important role in enforcing strict building regulations in industrial towns and cities.

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