Bonham Strand, Sheung Wan

The Bonham Strand and Bonham Road in the Mid-Levels are all named after the third Governor, Sir S. George Bonham (1848-1854). The name of Bonham Strand indicates that the area was once a sandy shore. The signboard of the Chinese Gold and Silver Exchange Society is clearly seen on the right. Established in 1910, the Society was first located in Mercer Street until 1933 for demolition and re-development. So the Society had to move to its temporary office at 52 Bonham Strand. An archway erected for the celebration of the Silver Jubilee of King George V is found at the centre, thus indicating that it was taken in May that year. The Society moved back to Mercer Street one month later when the new building was completed and inaugurated.