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Originally Posted by manchesters
Whats a City of London official?
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Possibly something to do with a "LORD LIEUTENANT OF THE CITY OF LONDON".
Bonhams sold a c1837-1840 uniform , description includes ;
"large ornate tail ornaments being the crown over a circular strap 'Domine Dirige nos' and enclosing the Arms of the City Of London, constructed of gold and silver lace red velvet and blue silk."
https://www.bonhams.com/auctions/15088/lot/305/
Maybe a starting point for your search ?
Bosley sold a "City of London official’s gilt epaulette badge"
https://www.the-saleroom.com/en-us/a...d-a60100a7d18d.
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