Edward Twycross (1803–1852) was a Dublin silversmith, solicitor, and author who in 1847 published a book, "The Mansions of England and Wales," that is used as a historical reference for the stately homes of England and in tracing genealogies of members of the British aristocracy. Life Early life Twycross was born in Dublin, Ireland, the third son of John Twycross, Dublin goldsmith and jeweler, and Sarah (née Clarke). Career He was admitted to Trinity College, Dublin on 18 October 1819 at the age of 16 and is listed as the son of John, Aurarius (goldsmith), born in Dublin. He graduated in the 1824 Spring commencements with a B.A. Vern, and in 1832 as a Master of Arts. The age links him to Edward's death certificate and the degree to the 1851 Census entry, both found in London, England. In the Admission Papers to King's Inn, Dublin's Inn of Court, is an entry "Twycross, Edward, 3rd son of John, Dublin jeweller and Sarah Clarke. Ed. York Street, Dublin". Edward's older brother, John (1796–1868) also graduated with a BA from Trinity College, Dublin, in 1818. As did his younger brother Edward he went on to distinguish himself academically, earning an MA and becoming a theologian . In 1861 Christopher Wordsworth published : "A plain introduction to the criticism of the New Testament 1861... in the original Greek: With Notes by C. Wordsworth. With an Index to the Introductions and Notes, by John Twycross [5]. 2 Vols." The Rev. John Twycross, of the Charter House, re-collated the whole manuscript in 1858 . The death of Rev. John Twycross MA Dublin aged 72 is recorded in The Gentleman's magazine, Volume 224 1868 p2 Silversmithing Earlier in his life, Edward worked as a silversmith in Dublin, his silver hallmark being " TWY+ ". Edward crafted fine Irish Sterling silver in his father's retail shop in Dublin. John Twycross and Son, Goldsmiths, are listed at 69 Dame Street in Dublin City directories from 1815,1819, 1822, 1824 and 1829. An earlier additional address of the retail business was 14 Fownes Street, Dublin (1806–1818). John Twycross was at one time a Master of the Dublin Goldsmiths Company and became Silversmith to Her Majesty and The Lord Lieutenant. Edward also worked with silversmith Edward Power and they sometimes used the same hallmark. The original building still exists and is the present day location of the Mermaid Cafe close by