Commemorative plaque 49226

This blue commemorative plaque records: Geneve, built in 1910 probably the last purpose built watchmakers residence and workshop in Coventry, Leon Forester watchmaker 1874 - 1951 Recorded plaque organisation: Coventry Watch Museum Project.

Geneve was likely the last purpose-built watchmaker's residence and workshop in Coventry, constructed in 1910; Leon Forester, who lived there, was a notable watchmaker active from 1874 to 1951, representing the declining era of traditional watchmaking craftsmanship.