THE WORSHIPFUL COMPANY OF FELTMAKERS

	Arms: Argent a Dexter Hand appaumée couped at the wrist Gules between two Hat-bands nowed Azure in chief a Hat Sable banded Azure Crest: [Upon a Helm on a Wreath of the Colours] A Dexter Arm embowed proper holding in the hand a Hat Sable banded Azure Motto: Decus Et Tutamen
Granted 31 May 1946.

History:
The first Charter was not received until 1667, the Company having been incorporated by Letters Patent in 1604. Many of their members were previously haberdashers. Later competition (for felt hats) came from silk and machines. When Elizabeth I was greeted by a company of hatters on a visit to the City she commented on their 'superior bearing and lusty loyalty', and announced that 'such journeymen must be gentlemen'. The Livery numbers about 230.

For current contact details please go to The Livery Companies Database, which can be found on The Fishmongers' Company's website.

Last updated 4 January 2005
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