Collections
The Company's archives, works of art, silver and artifacts are in the care of the archivist. The document collection has items dating to the 13th century, including charters and coats of arms, charity records, and records of the Company's landholdings, including the Londonderry estates. The silver collection includes an ancient Celtic decorative collar found on the Londonderry estate, and pieces of the Company's own silverware from the 16th century onwards. There is also a collection of paintings, mostly of former members. Researchers may view its collections by appointment.
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