The Accident to Mr. Brunel
In 1843, while performing a conjuring trick for the amusement of his children, Brunel (IKB) accidentally inhaled a half-sovereign coin, which became lodged in his windpipe. Contemporary account.
| Date | 21 May, 1843 |
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| Reference | BC3205315444 |
| Publication | Lloyd's Illustrated Newspaper |