1 definition by Ann675
A name that carries weight in heigher society. Originally working for queen Mary of Scott’s as backers. Fled to England, not long after Queen Mary was taken hostage, to Sheffield England. Became silversmiths and founded Mappin & Webb, a famous jewellery retailer. Also related to Sir Frédéric Mappin, who built Sheffield university. Many things have been since then named after the Mappin family in Sheffield England.
The Mappin family.
by Ann675 September 5, 2018