SGSNY Celebrates Arrival of the York Ledger Stone

Mark Aiston, Second Vice President of St. George’s Society of New York and HRH Duke of Gloucester, Patron of St. George’s Society of New York, at the 2023 unveiling of the ledger stone in York, England

St. George’s Society of New York is pleased to commemorate the arrival of the York ledger stone with a centennial celebration when in 1924, New York presented the city of York with a bronze plaque which is currently housed in the York Guildhall. The ledger was sent to commemorate this historic event.

The ledger stone, created to commemorate the historic ties between York, England and New York City, was designed by Richard Bossons, who also created York Minster’s statue of Queen Elizabeth. Ledger stones are inscribed stone slabs that are usually laid on the floor of the church. 

The stone was unveiled by HRH Duke of Gloucester, Patron of St. George’s Society of New York on July 11th which was when New York gifted York with the plaque 100 years ago. 

Mark Aiston, Second Vice President of St. George’s Society of New York and Owner of Aiston Fine Art Services, coordinated the shipment of the stone and traveled to York especially to accompany the stone back to New York. It arrived in New York City this week.

Details about the upcoming reception event on May 5 which will be held at St. Thomas Church are forthcoming. Make sure you subscribe to our newsletter to stay up to date on this event and other St. George’s events through the upcoming spring and summer!