Post-Medieval
This collection reflects the huge changes in London life and society, ranging from the renowned Cheapside Hoard to ceramics and mechanical gadgets.
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Immigration & Identity
Immigration & Identity
The Huguenots in London
These French refugees worked silk in Spitalfields and silver in Soho, weaving a lasting legacy
Death & Disasters
Death & Disasters
The Great Plague of 1665
An estimated 100,000 people died in London’s last major plague epidemic
Class & Economics
Class & Economics
The story of Samuel Pepys’ silver plate
From counting pennies to splashing out on silver
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Post-Medieval
Post-Medieval
The Pestle and Mortar (trade token)
Hardwicke, Mathew, Waugh, William
Mid 17th century; 1648-1673; 1668
