British Queen visits Bank of England Gold vault
It is estimated that around 4,600 tons of the precious metal belonging to different nations were kept in these concrete-lined vaults in the heart of London.
After fourteen years, British Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh visited the Gold vaults of the Bank of England.
As tradition dictates, the Queen and Prince Philip both signed an unissued �1m banknote to record their visit, a quirky pastime that dates back to the 19th century.
The pricey note was then placed in the bank’s distinguished visitors book.
The Queen and The Duke were greeted by governor Sir Mervyn King and Lord Mayor of the City of London Roger Gifford, before being whisked off for a tour of the Bank.
The last time the couple browsed the Bank’s vaults of gold bars was in 1998, although the Queen’s first visit was back in 1937 when she accompanied Queen Mary.
No word on Prince Philip’s legendary line of questioning when he met staff members.
It is estimated that around 4,600 tons of the precious metal belonging to different nations were kept in these concrete-lined vaults in the heart of London.
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