Gilda Aurifabrorum: A History Of English Goldsmiths And Plateworkers And Their Marks Stamped On Plate (1899) is a comprehensive book written by William Chaffers that explores the history of English goldsmiths and plateworkers. The book delves into the origins of the craft and traces its development through the centuries, providing readers with a detailed understanding of the evolution of the industry. One of the key features of the book is its focus on the marks stamped on plate by goldsmiths and plateworkers. The author provides a detailed analysis of these marks, explaining their significance and how they can be used to identify the maker and the date of production of a particular piece of plate. The book is filled with illustrations and photographs of historic pieces of plate, making it a valuable reference for collectors, historians, and anyone interested in the history of English goldsmithing. The author also includes biographical information on many of the most famous goldsmiths and plateworkers of the time, providing readers with a fascinating glimpse into the lives of these skilled craftsmen. Overall, Gilda Aurifabrorum: A History Of English Goldsmiths And Plateworkers And Their Marks Stamped On Plate (1899) is an important and informative book that sheds light on the rich history of English goldsmithing and plateworking. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of this fascinating industry.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.