Sir Francis Eyles, 1st Baronet
Sir Francis Eyles, 1st Baronet | |
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| Born | England |
| Died | Error: Need valid birth date (second date): year, month, day |
| Occupation(s) | Trader, Merchant, Banker |
| Known for | Governor of the Bank of England (1707–1709) |
Sir Francis Eyles, 1st Baronet (deceased 24 May 1716) was a distinguished English trader, Governor of the Bank of England, and holder of a baronetcy within the British nobility.
Biography
Francis Eyles was the son of John Eyles, a wool-stapler based in Wiltshire. He entered into business with his older brother, Sir John Eyles, forming the company "Eyles & Co". As a leading merchant and haberdasher in London, he served as Sheriff of the City from 1710 to 1711 and held the position of Alderman for Bridge Without beginning January 1711 until his passing.
Throughout his career, Eyles occupied significant positions in influential financial organizations: he was a director at the East India Company, joined the Bank of England’s board in 1697, advanced to Deputy Governor, and ultimately served as Governor from 1707 to 1709. On 1 December 1714, George I granted him the title of baronet.
Before 1673, he married Elizabeth Ayley, daughter of Richard Ayley, a merchant from London. Their two surviving sons, John and Joseph, both entered Parliament; John inherited the baronetcy. Francis Eyles passed away on 24 May 1716 and was interred at St Helen's Bishopsgate.