Ira Lakey, born 17 Apr 1813, died abt 1883
American Silversmiths

Abner Forbes Lakey
(1787-1836)
Lucy Pomeroy
(1793-1829)
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Ira Lakey
(1813-abt 1883)

 

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Ira Lakey

  • Born: 17 Apr 1813, Palmyra NY
  • Died: abt 1883, Palmyra NY

  General notes:

Silversmith and jeweler

  Events in his life were:

  • Apprenticed abt 1823 in New Bedford MA.
  • He worked c 1830 as a silversmith and jeweler in New Bedford MA
    He apparantly did not follow his trade long before the lure of the sea captured him. He became a captain and made several prosperous voyages in the Pacific before retiring.



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