Worshipful Company of Dyers
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The Worshipful Company of Dyers is one of the Livery Companies of the City of London. The Dyers' Guild existed in the twelfth century; it received a Royal Charter in 1471. It originated as a trade association for members of the dyeing industry but is now mainly a charitable institution. Each year the company participates in the ceremony of Swan Upping along the River Thames.
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Motto | Da Gloriam Deo Latin for Give Glory to God |
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Location | Dyers' Hall, Dowgate Hill, City of London |
Date of formation | 12th-century guild 1471 royal charter |
Company association | Dyeing |
Order of precedence | 13th |
Website | www.dyerscompany.co.uk |
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The Dyers' Company ranks thirteenth in the order of precedence of Livery Companies. The company's motto is Da Gloriam Deo, Latin for "Give Glory to God".