Communion Token (Aberdeen)
Issuer
U.P. Church, St Paul Street
Date1859
Object NameToken
Mediumlead alloy
ClassificationsTokens
Dimensions26 x 21mm
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS013652
Keywords
The erection of St Paul Street United Presbyterian Church was begun in May 1842 and completed in April 1842. Situated a short distance north of the city centre it was in an area which once housed several notable churches before modern redevelopment swept them away.
The United Presbyterian Church was formed by the amalgamation of the Relief Church and the Secession Church in 1847. In 1900 a further amalgamation saw the U.P. and Free Churches combine as the United Free Church.
