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Tolcher , Henry , 1688-1779 , goldsmith and mayor of Plymouth
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Henry Tolcher was born in Plymouth and spent most of his life in the town. He qualified as a goldsmith in 1711 and became a freeman of Plymouth in 1721. Subsequently he held several public offices, including becoming Lord Mayor of Plymouth in 1738 and 1768.