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Title
Tomb of William Mackenzie
Date
1868
Medium
sandstone, granite & bronze
Measurements
H 400 x W (?) x D (?) cm
Accession number
L3_MH_S296
Acquisition method
erected by his brother Edward
Work type
Monument
Work status
extant
Listing status
Grade II* (England and Wales)
Listing date
28/06/52
Access
not accessible
Access note
Clearly visible from Rodney Street, but the only access to the graveyard is through a locked gate.
Inscription description
pyramid door: In the vault beneath lie the remains of William Mackenzie of Newbie, Dumfriesshire, Esquire who died 29th October 1851 aged 57 years. Also, Mary his wife, who died 19th December 1838 aged 48 years and Sarah, his second wife who died 9th December 1867 aged 60 years. This monument was erected by his Brother Edward as a token of love and affection A.D. 1868. The memory of the just is blessed.