Historical information

World War 2 Houses of Parliament stone souvenir crafted from rubble salvaged after German Luftwaffe Air raids in May 1941. Souvenirs sold to raise money for the War effort.
Part of the Staley Collection. See cat 10758.2P for details of the Staley Collection.

Physical description

Shaped stone block with slot cut for letters. Circular metal plaque attached to front. Plaque features British Parliament logo and words 'THIS STONE CAME FROM THE HOUSES OF PARLIAMENT'. Green felt pad on bottom.