About History of the Worshipful Company of Pewterers of the City of London
This book is a comprehensive and authoritative history of one of the oldest and most prestigious livery companies in London, the Worshipful Company of Pewterers. Based on original documents, registers, and records kept by the company since the Middle Ages, the book provides a detailed account of the origins, development, and activities of the company, as well as its interaction with the broader social, economic, and political forces of the times. The history of the Pewterers illuminates the wider history of craft guilds, the metalworking industry, and the urban environment of London. The book is an essential reference for scholars, collectors, and anyone interested in the material culture and social history of England.
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