James Charles Edington

James Charles Edington was an English silversmith known for producing pieces in both the Victorian and Georgian styles. Apprenticed to William Ker Reid, he became a freeman in 1824. By 1828, Edington had registered his first hallmark from Berwick Street in London.

In 1837, he relocated to Leicester Square, where he continued to work as a silversmith, initially as a working silversmith until 1862, and then as a manufacturing silversmith. During the period between 1830 and 1840, Edington was the chief supplier for the prestigious goldsmith and jeweller Green, Ward & Green, based on Cockspur Street. This decade marked the peak of his career, with a prolific output of high-quality silver items.

Although Edington's business continued under his name after June 1869, it is believed that he had either retired or passed away by that time.

Today, a tea caddy crafted by Edington is part of the Victoria and Albert Museum's collection, showcasing the lasting impact of his work on the field of English silver. His legacy is particularly recognised for the craftsmanship and design quality of his pieces.