THE WORSHIPFUL COMPANY OF GLAZIERS AND PAINTERS OF GLASS

	Arms: Argent two Glazing Irons in saltire between four Closing Nails Sable on a Chief Gules a Demi Lion passant guardant Or Crest: [Upon a Helm on a Wreath of the Colours] A Lion's Head couped Or between two Wings Azure Supporters: On either side a Boy proper holding in the exterior hand a Torch Or inflamed also proper Motto: Lucem Tuam Da Nobis Deo
Recorded in the Visitation of 1634; the entry refers to a certificate by Robert Cooke, Clarenceux King of Arms, in 1588; Certified 5 March 1926 by Sir Henry Farnham Burke, Garter King of Arms.

History:
The earliest record of the Glaziers is in 1328 but they did not receive their first Charter until 1638. The present Livery of about 255 includes some with trade connections. Prizes are given for practical glazing and stained glass design. There is also a travelling scholarship and grants are made to churches for stained glass preservation.

The Hall was first mentioned in 1601 in Five (Fye) Foot Lane off Queen Victoria Street, which was leased off the Fishmongers. This was lost in the Great Fire and not rebuilt. In 1978, a great new Hall, designed by William Holford, was opened. It is shared with the Scientific Instrument Makers and includes many commercial offices. The dining capacity is 340.

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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