William Holford 1663-1709

Sir William HOLFORD or HALFORD, 1st bart 1663-1709

Bookplate of Sir William Holford (BM Franks Collection *163)

Biographical Note

Of Welham, Leicestershire, created a baronet in 1706.

Characteristic Markings

Holford used an engraved armorial bookplate, Franks *163; the extent and disposition of his library are not known.

Sources

• Cokayne, G. E. Complete baronetage. London, 1900-09.
• Gambier Howe, E. R. J. Franks bequest: catalogue of British and American book plates bequeathed to the ... British Museum. London, 1903.