G. Coates & Co
Dates
- Existence: 1861 - 1940
Biography
Manufacturing jewellers, watchmakers and opticians. Importers of mathematical instruments, diamonds, precious stones, clock, watches and jewellery, 218 Colombo Street, Christchurch. This business was established by Mr G. Coates in Nelson in 1851, and removed to Christchurch in 1861, and is one of the oldest and one of the leading firms in Canterbury. Mr Smith entered into partnership with Mr Henry Thomson, and purchased the business, carrying it on under the name of G. Coates and Co. In 1882, a handsome brick building was erected to accommodate the increased business. Mr Thomson retired in 1890, and Mr Francis James Smith was joined by Mr. W. G. Coates, son of the founder of the firm, who later retired in 1893. G Coates and Co went out of business in 1940
Citation:
(1940, June 6). Going out of business. The Press, p3. https://paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/newspapers/CHP19400606.2.21.2Found in 1 Collection or Record:
G. Coates and Co. business records and family papers
Business records of G. Coates and Co. watchmakers and jewellers, including accounts, stock valuations, leases and legal papers for 1861-1889.
Also included are Coates, Thomson and Smith family papers from 1809-1890, namely birth and marriage certificates and various accounts and legal correspondence, especially relating to the death of Giles Coates in 1868.