John Reynwell

Sir John Reynwell (also spelt Rainwell) was Lord Mayor of London.

Career

Askham was a City of London fishmonger. He prospered in his trade, became a Sheriff of London in 1412, Lord Mayor of London in 1426 - 1427 and was knighted. In 1427 he started work on a new gate and draw bridge in an undocumented part of the city.

Coat of arms

Askham's arms were a chevron between three dolphins embowed. This design reflected the arms of the ancient Guild of Fishmongers, similar to those of the present Worshipful Company of Fishmongers (see that article).

See also

• List of Lord Mayors of London
• List of Sheriffs of London

Sources

• Sir John Rainwell at Heraldsnet.org (see entry for dolphin)
• Fishmongers' Hall and Fish Street Hill