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The Victoria Buildings is an historic row of buildings in Perth, Scotland. Designed by local architect Andrew Heiton, the building is Category B listed, dating to 1872.[1] Standing on Tay Street, immediately south of St Matthew's Church, the building was the "birthplace" of General Accident Fire & Life Assurance Corporation.[1][2]

Location36–44 Tay Street,
Perth
Built1872 (154 years ago) (1872)
ArchitectAndrew Heiton
Architectural style
Greek Revival
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56.3957°N 3.4258°W / 56.3957; -3.4258
Location36–44 Tay Street,
Perth
History
Built1872 (154 years ago) (1872)
Site notes
ArchitectAndrew Heiton
Architectural style
Greek Revival
Listed Building – Category B
Designated20 May 1965
Reference no.LB39656
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Architect David Smart had his offices at number 42.[3]

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