Joshua Dorsey
- Born: 11 May 1770, , Baltimore, MD
General notes:
Silversmith (tentative identification)
Events in his life were:
- He worked in 1790-1805 as a silversmith in Philadelphia PA 4
- Advertised: Federal Gazette, on 24 Oct 1796.
"Goldsmith, jeweller, and hair-worker, at No. 44 Market street."
- Example: Creamer, circa 1800, in Yale University. H: 6 1/2"
- Advertised: Pennsylvania Packet, on 29 Sep 1800, in Philadelphia PA. Announcing "Joshua Dorsey, Gold and Silversmith, Has removed from No. 44, Market street, to No. 113, north Second street, opposite Lesher's tavern, where he continues the above business in all its branches, and solicits the patronage of his friends." 4
- Advertised: General Advisor, on 21 Nov 1800, in Philadelphia PA. Offering silver, jewelry, and hairwork. 4
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