Testimonial presented on Wednesday last to Alderman and Mrs. Finnis, 1858. 'The of two magnificent silver candelabra, standing nearly three feet high, for twelve [On the bases] stand six female [representing] Justice, with sword and balance; Law, with an open book; Civic Dignity, the mace and insignia of office; Charity, a group of three figures; Sympathy, with open purse; the City of London; City shield, mural crown, &c. Overhanging the figures are rich scrolls, with vine-leaves and pendent grapes. The panels on the base bear the arms of the f
Testimonial presented on Wednesday last to Alderman and Mrs. Finnis, 1858. 'The of two magnificent silver candelabra, standing nearly three feet high, for twelve [On the bases] stand six female [representing] Justice, with sword and balance; Law, with an open book; Civic Dignity, the mace and insignia of office; Charity, a group of three figures; Sympathy, with open purse; the City of London; City shield, mural crown, &c. Overhanging the figures are rich scrolls, with vine-leaves and pendent grapes. The panels on the base bear the arms of the the following inscription: "Presented, 1858, to Thomas Quested Finnis, Esq., Alderman, and Mrs. Finnis, Lord Mayor and Lady Mayoress of London in the year 1856-57, by their friends and fellow-citizens, as a tribute of respect for their excellence in all the relations of life, especially in works of benevolence and charity, and as a record of the high sense entertained of the dignity, urbanity, and liberality with which they discharged their high and distinguished ; The candelabra weigh about 700 ounces, and cost between £400 and £500. They were manufactured by Mr. Metcalf Hopgood, silversmith, of Bishopsgate-street'. From "Illustrated London News", 1858.
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