Founder: James Galt

Specialties:

• Pistols, swords, silverware, jewelry and medals.

1825:

• Pennsylvania Ave. at 9th.

Clientele:

• Many Presidents beginning with Thomas Jefferson, Mary Todd Lincoln and many government notables.

1908:

• Edith Bolling Galt inherited the company.

1934:

• William H. Wright ran the firm
• Moved to 607 13th St. NW
• Specialized in Gorham Silver, Tiffany China and Jewelry of their own design.

1940-1979:

• Lena M. Black Became President
• Followed by Edward W. Hall.

2001:

• Shop Closed.