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J. W. Benson, founded 1847. The prestigious firm of J.W. Benson was one of the most respected watch makers in London during the second half of the 19th century and was one of very few early wristwatch houses that was English, rather than Swiss, owned.

The business was originally set up by brothers James William Benson and Samuel Suckley Benson who advertised themselves as watchmakers, gold and silversmiths of Cornhill in the City of London.

As well as manufacturing their own watches and jewellery, they were also importers and retailers dealing in fine diamonds, gold and silver ware. After just eight years the partnership was dissolved in 1855 and J.W. Benson carried on alone. He took on additional premises at 33 Ludgate Hill and as the business grew, he added no. 34 next door. By the 1860s he was advertising his large and richly stocked shop with adjoining workshop as specialising, not only in the manufacture of watches and clocks, but also in their repair.

James William Benson

Antique Silver George V Teapot made in 1933

A sterling silver teapot made in the reign of George V. The pot has an egg and tongue border, is of faceted rectangular form and has a fruitwood finial and...

A sterling silver teapot made in the reign of George V. The pot has an egg and tongue border, is of faceted rectangular form and has a fruitwood finial and handle.

Date	1933
Made By	James William Benson
Location	London
Stock Number	W16x31

Antique Silver George V Teapot made in 1933

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