Leonard Dews is actually one of the oldest jewellers in the North West and has had prominence for 146 years. The current owners Hymans, who had another jewellery business in Blackpool, bought the shop in 1959. But sadly, it is closing down for good with a sale on jewellery this weekend. When it was first established, Queen Victoria was on the throne and Benjamin Disraeli was Prime Minister. The iconic store is even older than Blackpool Tower. These exclusive photos delve into the Leonard Dews archive and show the successful Blackpool business through the years.
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7. Memories of Leonard Dews
Michael Hyman joined the business 55 years ago to support his father, David. Michael said: “I grew up here in Blackpool and came into the business in 1968. I learnt my trade on the job, guided by my father” Photo: Leonard Dews
9. Memories of Leonard Dews
A cheque presentation of £5,000 to Vision Aid. The jewellers always supported worthy causes Photo: Leonard Dews
10. Memories of Leonard Dews
This is how The Gazette reported the 'mock' smash and grab raid in 1977 Photo: Leonard Dews