Mary Herbert
Herbert, Lady Mary (1686–1775), speculator and mining entrepreneur
About Mary Herbert
Lived 1686 – 1775 (aged 89). Mary Herbert was a businessperson and entrepreneur.
Mary Herbert (1686–1775), also known as Doña Maria Herbert de Powis, was a British-Spanish businesswoman.
Early life and education She was a Catholic from a noble family in Wales, whose seat was at Powis Castle. For this reason, she is sometimes referred to as Doña Maria Herbert de Powis in Spanish sources. She was the daughter of William Herbert, 2nd Marquess of Powis and Mary Preston Herbert, Marchioness of Powis.
She was educated at a convent school in Ghent. On finishing school, she went to live with her paternal aunt Anne Herbert Smith, Viscountess Carington (wife of Francis Smith, 2nd Viscount Carrington) in Paris. While there, she turned down a proposal from a man named Harry Bedingfeld.
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Who was Mary Herbert?
Herbert, Lady Mary (1686–1775), speculator and mining entrepreneur
When was Mary Herbert born?
Mary Herbert was born on 17 January 1686.
When did Mary Herbert die?
Mary Herbert died on 17 January 1775.
What was Mary Herbert's occupation?
Mary Herbert was a businessperson and entrepreneur.
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