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Official Opening
- When
- 23 January 1571
- Where
- London
Queen Elizabeth I opened the Royal Exchange on 23 January 1571, granting it a royal title and commercial licences.
The building was officially opened by Queen Elizabeth I on 23 January 1571. She awarded the structure its royal title and issued a licence permitting the sale of alcohol and valuable goods, formalizing its role as a commercial hub.
Sources
- Royal Exchange, London Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-13
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