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Doorway of Provost Skene's House
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Title
Doorway of Provost Skene's House
Description
Doorway of Provost Skene's House with the coat of arms of Provost George Skene. He was Provost of the City from 1676 - 1685, although the house dates from around 1545. The motto above the doorway reads "Gratis a Deo duta", which means "Thanks be given to God". The doorway is surrounded by thistles and roses to commemorate the restoration of Charles II.
Doorway of Provost Skene's House with the coat of arms of Provost George Skene. He was Provost of the City from 1676 - 1685, although the house dates from around 1545. The motto above the doorway reads "Gratis a Deo duta", which means "Thanks be given to God". The doorway is surrounded by thistles and roses to commemorate the restoration of Charles II.
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Aberdeen
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Buildings, General Buildings
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1. Copyright known - held by Aberdeen City Council
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3. Copyright status undetermined
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C53_27
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Aberdeen Local Studies
Aberdeen Local Studies
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