The Royal Exchange is at the heart of London's Square Mile. Home to many of the world's finest brands including Tiffany & Co., Hermes, Omega, Gucci and Mont Blanc, as well as an unrivalled collection of cafes and restaurants, the Royal Exchange is internationally recognized symbol of London's leading position in global trade and finance. The Grade 1 listed building was originally built in 1565, by Sir Thomas Gresham, a London merchant and modeled on the Stock Exchange of Antwerp, with a trading floor, offices and shops set around an open courtyard, where tradesmen could meet to conduct business. The Royal Exchange is located between Cornhill and Threadneedle Street, close to Bank Tube Station.