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<p style="text-align: left;">Took over John Winter's candlesticks business in 1783 and 10 years later (1793) transferred the business to John Green &amp; Company. Exclusive maker of fine candlesticks, candelabra and chambersticks.</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">John Parsons died in 1814 and when his sister Mary Parsons died in 1815, she left a bequest of £1,500.00 (approx £200 thousand in today's money) in her will, to help needy silversmiths. This was founded in affectionate memory by her brother and the charity continues today in Sheffield.</p>
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John Parsons &amp; Co

Pair of George III Antique Silver Candlesticks made in 1791

A pair of antique silver candlesticks. The candlesticks are of neoclassical design, with tapering stems and oval spreading bases.


Pair of George III Antique Silver Candlesticks made in 1791 - William Walter Antiques

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Date	1791
Made By	John Parsons & Co
Location	Sheffield
Stock Number	W51x31

Pair of George III Antique Silver Candlesticks made in 1791

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