History of the Guild Volumes 1 and 2

Volume 1
"The Guild of Freemen of the City of London" was published on the 75th Anniversary of the foundation of the Guild, in Sept 1983. It was written by Past Master the late Colin Dyer and traces the fascinating story of the formation of the Guild through to modern times. Hardback, 194 pages. 

"A feast of nostalgia - expensively printed, but moderately priced - a treasure." (City Recorder).

Volume 2
Covering the years from the 75th Anniversary in 1983 to the completion of the Centenary Year 2008/2009, this superbly illustrated book, written by Past Master Raymond Holl, focuses on the people and those organizations that have been and remain an integral part of the Guild's activities. 

Special offer for Volumes 1 and 2 bought together

History of the Guild Volume 1

"The Guild of Freemen of the City of London" was published on the 75th Anniversary of the foundation of the Guild, in Sept 1983. It was written by Past Master the late Colin Dyer and traces the fascinating story of the formation of the Guild through to modern times. Hardback, 194 pages. £20.00

"A feast of nostalgia - expensively printed, but moderately priced - a treasure." (City Recorder).

Special offer for Volumes 1 and 2 bought together, please order the 2 volume option above

History of the Guild Volume 2

Covering the years from the 75th Anniversary in 1983 to the completion of the Centenary Year 2008/2009, this superbly illustrated book, written by Past Master Raymond Holl, focuses on the people and those organizations that have been and remain an integral part of the Guild's activities. £25.00

Special offer for Volumes 1 and 2 bought together, please order the 2 volume option above

The City of London Freeman's Guide

The definitive concise guide to the City’s many ancient customs, ceremonies, traditions, institutions, office holders and landmarks as they are to be found in modern times. Aptly described as ‘The Wizard’s Guide to the Land of Oz’ this book throws open the gates to the wonders of the great and famous City of London!

The book is now available from the Guild office at £12.50, inclusive of postage and packing.

Only one copy available at this price before price increase when publishers reprint

New Design Silver Gilt Cufflinks

This new design of cufflink comprises the Guild’s coat of arms engraved on an oval plate, with enamel inlay. These cufflinks are hallmarked silver gilt with double ovals linked by a chain

New Design Gilt Metal Cufflinks

This new design of cufflink comprises the Guild’s coat of arms engraved on an oval plate, with enamel inlay. These gilt metal cufflinks have a toggle fitting

Last two pairs available 

Traditional Design Silver Gilt Cufflinks

This traditional cufflink comprises a shield showing the Guild’s crest in enamel and has a toggle fitting. These cufflinks are hallmarked silver gilt.

Traditional Design Gilt Metal Cufflinks

This traditional cufflink comprises a shield showing the Guild’s crest in enamel and has a toggle fitting. These cufflinks are in gilt metal.

Out of Stock

Gilt Metal Dress Shirt Studs

A set of 4 dress shirt studs with the shield of the Guild's Arms in red and white enamel. The face of the studs are approx 11mm in height and width and the backs are round (approx 10mm in diameter). These studs match the traditional design of the Guild's cuff-links

Gilt Metal Tie Tack

A neat tie tack of the shield of the Guild's Arms in gilt metal, with red and white enamel. 1.6cm height, the tie tacks have secure clutch fitting.

Tie tacks can also be supplied in 9ct gold. Prices on request.

 

Enamel Stickpin

This stickpin, dispaying the Guild's crest in red and white enamel, is a wonderful versatile accessory for men and women.  The decorative shield is approx 1.6 cm in height and is supplied in an attractive presentation box. 

Handmade Pewter Scarf Ring

This bespoke design scarf ring has been handmade in the UK by Glover & Smith using traditional methods from the finest Lead-Free Pewter.  With a diameter of 7cm they feature the Guild crest in the centre and are supplied in a gift box with a silver organza bag.

Gemset Brooch

A delightful, delicate brooch cast in hallmarked silver, gilded and generously set with cubic zirconia and synthetic rubies to highlight the shield. The height of the brooch is approximately 3cm (1.25inches). A very popular and graceful brooch, ideal for evening and daywear and as a gift.

This brooch is now supplied with a pendant fitting as standard to enable it to be worn with a neck chain.

Four brooches available from stock

Rhodium Plated & Enamel Brooch

This beautiful Rhodium plated brooch features the Guild's crest in red and white enamel.
Supplied in a presentation box, the brooch is approximately 3cm (1.25 inches) high and has a detachable safety chain.


 

Gilt Metal & Enamel Brooch

This beautiful Gilt Metal & Enamel brooch features the Guild's crest in red and white enamel.
Supplied in a presentation box, the brooch is approximately 3.25cm (1.25 inches) high.

Centenary Pearl & Enamel Brooch

This beautiful brooch was commissioned during our Centenary year to compliment the jewel worn by our Centenary Master HRH The Princess Royal and we are delighted that it is available to order once again.

Finished in Silver Gilt the enamelled Guild crest is surrounded by 32 radiating pearls.

Please reserve your brooch now - Six brooches on order awaiting delivery in a few weeks.


 

18ct Gold, Diamond and Ruby Brooch

An enticing new addition to our range of Guild Jewellery. Crafted in Hallmarked 18ct gold, beautifully hand worked, the shield is set with diamonds of about 0.42ct total and rubies about 0.56ct total, this superb brooch is approximately 34mm in height. An outstandingly attractive and distinctive brooch which will be a most acceptable gift for a birthday, anniversary or celebration, it will also be a delight to wear and to behold.

Made to order, with a delivery time of about ten weeks, supplied with safety chain and presentation box 
Can also be made in 9ct gold (Guide price, subject to gold-price fluctuation, please ask for a current quotation)

Handbag Hook

Gilt metal hooks designed to rest on a dinner or bar table and hold a lady's handbag. With the Guild's coat of arms in coloured enamel, supplied with pouch. Length approx. 5 inches (13cm). 

Silk Tie

For formal occasions this silk tie has a choice of Black (sorry sold out), Wine or Blue, with the coat of arms in heraldic colours in a central position and multiple representations of the coat of arms in shadow weave throughout the tie. 

Silk Country Tie

For less formal occasions the silk Country Tie is designed in red, gold and white diagonal stripes, with the coat of arms woven in at the bottom. (Bow ties are sold out)

Polyester Tie

We also offer the formal tie in a good quality polyester fabric with a choice of Wine, Black, Blue (sold out) or Maroon

Hand-Embroidered Guild Slippers

These stylish velvet slippers feature the Guild Crest in Gold & Silver Wire and Coloured threads.  Beautifully lined in satin quilt, with a leather sole and heel, they are hand-embroidered and handmade to order in the UK.

They are available in Gents sizes 5-14 including half sizes and Ladies sizes 2-9 including half sizes.   

Upon receipt of your order and we will contact you to confirm the size and the colour of velvet and lining required.

Velvet Colours available: black, wine, navy, bottle green, brown, red or regal purple.
Lining Colours available: black, red, blue, wine or gold satin quilt.

Delivery approximately 8 weeks from confirmation of order.
Last order date for delivery before Christmas is 18th October.

Wall Plaque

The coat of arms is individually hand-painted on an embossed shield and mounted on a solid wood base. Size is approx 6 inches wide by 7 inches (15cm by 18cm).

Out of Stock - expected mid October

Blazer Badge

These high-quality badges are woven in gilt wire on a black background and show the armorial bearings of the Guild

Linen Napkins (pack of 4)

These are superb quality white linen napkins (56 x 56 cm approx.) with the Guild’s coat of arms embroidered in full colour on one corner. 

Price for a pack of 4 napkins

Linen Napkins (each)

These are superb quality white linen napkins (56 x 56 cm approx.) with the Guild’s coat of arms embroidered in full colour on one corner. 

Price for a single napkin
 

Halcyon Days Box

This box has been specially designed and made to commemorate the Guild's centenary. It portrays the Guild's coat of arms on the lid, the inside of the lid carries a commemorative inscription and the base of the box is plain red.

It is a classic Halcyon Days design, and, as it is being made in a limited edition of 300, with each box individually numbered on the base, it will undoubtedly be a collectors' item.

Christmas Cards (Pack of 12)

Pack of 12 white cards with the Guild's coat of arms printed in colour in the centre on the front, and with a simple festive message on the inside ("With Best Wishes for Christmas and the New Year"). Cards are size A6 (14cm by 10.5cm) and are supplied with matching envelopes.


 
 

Christmas Cards (Pack of 24)

Pack of 24 white cards with the Guild's coat of arms printed in colour in the centre on the front, and with a simple festive message on the inside ("With Best Wishes for Christmas and the New Year"). Cards are size A6 (14cm by 10.5cm) and are supplied with matching envelopes