Silversmiths

Silversmith inductees are individuals who make objects from silver and other precious metals, such as jewelry, tableware, religious icons, and trophy awards. The trade is considered a luxury trade. It includes silversmiths who have created prized jewelry items for Royalty and many individuals. Some of these awards and the recipients are displayed in the SilverHallofFame Silversmiths category.

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David Hennell
Mappin & Webb

— 1785

The Hennell family silver company is a testament to the enduring appeal of fine craftsmanship and the importance of family traditions in maintaining and elevating an art form. From their humble beginnings in the 18th century to their status as one of the most respected names in silversmithing,...

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Robert Hennell
Hennell & Sons

— 1811

Hennell of Bond Street is one of London's oldest silversmiths and jewellers. It was founded by David Hennell and originally made fashionable silverware for the nobility and landed gentry. David's son, Robert I, is known for his fine neoclassical silver, often with bright-cut engraving. His son,...

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John Samuel Hunt

John Samuel Hunt
Hunt & Roskell

— 1865

Hunt & Roskell, an English firm of manufacturing and retail jewellers and silversmiths, was founded by Paul Storr in 1819, trading as Storr & Co. (1819-22), Storr & Mortimer (1822-38), Mortimer & Hunt (1838-43) and then Hunt & Roskell (1843-97).

After his apprenticeship with Paul Storr, John...

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