York Jeweler?

[michaelhallows]

Hi,
I am looking for information on Henry Preston (a forbear) who I believe was a jewelry retailer in York in the mid 1800's. He seems to have been associated with Henry Steward also of York and possibly a Lord Mayor. A gift (a large engraved silver tray) was made in 1869 by Steward to Preston's daughter, Helena, my great grand mother.
Any information would be much appreciated.
Thanks,
Michael Hallows

[dognose]

Hi Michael,

Welcome to the Forum.

Some details of the very long lived Henry Preston can be found here: http://www.925-1000.com/forum/viewtopic ... 38&t=20837" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Regards Trev.

[dognose]

Thought you might like this one:



Source: The York Herald and General Advertiser - Saturday, 1st October 1853.

Trev.

[michaelhallows]

Trev,
Many thanks, this gives me a good start. If his wife was named Elizabeth I think he is my ancestor.
Michael

[antiquum obitens]

In Hugh Murrays excellent book on York Goldsmiths there is an entry for Henry Preston:

Son of William and Elizabeth Preston of Easingwold, bricklayer.
Apprenticed to Henry Steward, watchmaker, indenture 7 sept 1829, 7 years, consideration £50. (free 23 July 1838)
Silversmith and Jeweller of 8 Parliment St 1844-1882.
One of the original guarantors of the Yorkshire gala, 1858
Director, York Gas Company 1877-1911
Died 15 Jan 1917 aged 101 years 9 months 7 days (amazing!!!)

Hope that helps a bit