John Symons & Co. Ltd Round Black Backed Steel

John Symons & Co. Ltd black backed steel tray dating from the 1930s.

Evidence suggests that John Symons & Co. Ltd of Totnes, Devon, was founded in 1795.
The business traded as John Symons & Co. until the late 1880s, and was renowned for the quality of its products.
The Company won numerous awards for its cider both before and after the turn of the 20th century.
It was registered as John Symons & Co. Ltd. in the late 1880s.
The Company ceased trading in the 1960s.

The manufacturer's mark states - 6539 but does not display a maker's name.