Mingay History Web Pages (MHWP)

www.mingayhistory.co.uk

www.mingayhistorywebpages.com

 

 William James Mingay born1752, gave this Chandelier to St Peter's Church in Thetford, Norfolk, England. It is made of brass with 20 candle holders, and is engraved with the words:

"Ex Don0 Jacobi Mingay Armigeri Domino Regi E Consilaris Anno Domini 1791"

"Presented by James Mingay Armour Bearer To Our Lord The King Privy Counsellor."

It was sold to St. John's Church, Winchester for £10 and the carrier was paid 3 shillings and 6 pence, in about 1810. Winchester have a record of this transaction.  Apparently the candles are lit every Christmas and New Years Eve!