James Benson

James Benson (1826–1878) was a scientific instrument maker, goldsmith and silversmith.

Also recorded as James W. Benson; James William Benson; J. W. Benson.

James Benson in brief

Born
1826
Died
1878
Known for
scientific instrument maker, goldsmith, silversmith and clockmaker
Contents

Overview

Born in 1826, died at Walton-on-Thames in 1878.

In detail

Employment is recorded with J.W. Benson Ltd.

Works named in the authority record are Time and time-tellers.

Sources

Each source is named with the standing the house places on it, so the evidence can be weighed rather than taken on trust.

  1. 1.

    “James William Benson”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  2. 2.

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q6129688: James Benson

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Elsewhere in Silver

For owners

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