Moses Eastman

Silversmith Moses Eastman (1794-1850) began his career in Savannah in 1826 as the partner of Josiah Penfield in the well-established firm of J. Penfield & Co. After Penfield’s death in 1828, Eastman continued his trade in Savannah until his death in 1850.

Eastman left an interesting legacy: in 1842 he acted as guardian for Shark Marquand, jeweler, a free person of color; in 1844 he was appointed Keeper of the City clock; he donated the funds for a Unitarian church to be built on Oglethorpe Square and after his death, his widow completed the project. The church, of Gothic architecture, was later moved to Troup Square.