Object Status:
Unlocated
Accession Date:
July 15, 1797
Primary Source Reference:
Claypoole's American Daily Advertiser, 15 July 1797
Additional Source Text:
The donor was "of Philadelphia, assayer of Minerals."
Notes:
"Thomas Bedwell (ca. 1748-1831) held several patents, both in his own name and in partnership with others, for improvements in tanning, dyeing, and evaporation. In his varied career, he manufactured sulfur for Continental forces during the American Revolution; participated in business partnerships in linen printing, engraving, printing, tanning, and dye manufacturing; and promoted ventures in coal and lead mining before finally settling as a druggist in Philadelphia." Jefferson Papers, Founders Online, National Archives / https://founders.archives.gov/documents/Jefferson/01-42-02-0283
