Temple Bell, Georgetown

Temple Bell, Georgetown

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One of only ten remaining bells associated with Australia's more than 100 nineteenth century Joss Houses (though not all had bells).

Originally donated to the temple in 1905, when it was opened as Georgetown's second temple. The bell was in private hands after the destruction of the Georgetown Temple in a flood in 1957. It was donated to the Georgetown Museum in the early 21st century. It is in excellent condition and has received a fresh paint job.

Inscribed as one of the donors is Kwong Cheng Tia and Co., Georgetown - listed in a Queensland trade directory 1905.

Bell, Georgetown Joss House

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Bell, Georgetown Joss House

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