Thomas Lyte is a Royal Warrant holder as silversmiths and goldsmiths to Her Majesty the Queen. A contemporary luxury brand disrupting a traditional industry, we have quickly established a reputation as world-class designers and makers of exquisite bespoke silverware. We are passionate about bold design in precious metals and specialise in custom commissions for both private clients and leading organisations, boasting unmatched credentials in the world of sport and international elite sporting trophies. The talented team at our London-based purpose-built silver workshops make the conceivable possible. We combine the latest technologies with centuries of knowledge and are renowned for our stunning designs, superb craftsmanship, and incomparable service.
Our gifted designers and master craftsmen have crowned, commemorated, celebrated and captured imaginations with exciting, elegant and inspiring works of art for private and corporate customers across the world. We have been privileged to work with royalty and governments, and some of the most esteemed companies, sporting institutions, societies and clubs. As a company dedicated to handcrafted gold and silverware, we are responsible for some of the world’s most iconic trophies including the Emirates FA Cup, the Rugby World Cup, the ATP Finals Trophies, and golf’s Ryder Cup. We are proud of the relationships we have forged with some of the largest and most prestigious partners across professional sport. Explore our case studies, our gallery, and our partners and clients to find out more.
Awarded through our grantee Kevin Baker, Thomas Lyte’s Founder and Chief Executive Officer, our Royal Warrant recognises our company’s status as a direct supplier and restorer of gold and silverware to the Royal Household since 2010 and for our commitment to exceptional service and quality. Thomas Lyte design, make and restore silver and gold décor for Her Majesty the Queen’s military and private residences. We take enormous pride in the quality of our work. Everything that leaves our workshops must meet or exceed our company-wide expectations. Only with these underlying values and this level of dedication will Thomas Lyte retain our position as the best goldsmiths and silversmiths in the world.
Our origins hark back to the 17th Century. Our brand, Thomas Lyte, is named after the Antiquary and Historian of the same name. Thomas Lyte was given a royal gift by King James I for tracing and documenting the King’s genealogy. That gift is known as the Lyte Jewel. The Jewel was made by Nicholas Hilliard, and contains twenty-five square table diamonds, set in an oval gold frame. The piece adorns four rose diamonds, and encases a portrait of the young King and remains on display at the British Museum, as part of the Waddesdon Bequest collection.
Founded as an ethical luxury brand, we want our customers to invest in our pieces safe in the knowledge that as a company, we have done everything possible to create unique handcrafted silver and gold pieces while reducing our impact on the planet. We ethically and responsibly source raw materials and packaging; choose sustainable shipping options where possible; use renewable energy resources in our workshops; and reduce our waste by reusing and recycling packaging materials. Metals are naturally recyclable, and all by-products from our manufacturing processes are reused or repurposed. Thomas Lyte is a member of the Planet Mark sustainability certification program, a commitment to measure and cut carbon emissions consistently year-on-year to achieve the ultimate goal of net-zero.
We actively shape the future of the British silversmith and goldsmith industry. We do this by pioneering the latest technologies, preserving centuries of knowledge and traditional skills while investing in world-class manufacturing facilities right here in London. Through apprenticeships and further training opportunities, we wish to inspire the next generation of craftsmen and -women. Furthermore, we donate a percentage of our profits to the Thomas Lyte Foundation, a registered charity that inspires and supports emerging British artists, designers, and craftspeople. Most recently the charity sponsored and judged two categories at the annual Goldsmiths’ Craft & Design Council Awards, a brilliant initiative that recognises the brightest talents in our industry.
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A distinct English luxury brand, we are the world-renowned designers and makers of many of the world’s most prestigious silver and gold trophies, awards and medals.
This gallery demonstrates our company’s commitment to excellence, our desire, and our ability in precious metals, working hand-in-hand with many leading organisations.
