George Washington first ordered "A Fishing Case for the Pocket - properly furnished with Line &ca" from London in 1762, but as hooks were lost and lines broken in pursuit of a catch, he would likely have replaced its contents many times over. Among the surviving fishhooks associated with Washington's tackle box are several stamped "IS" on the flatted shank, the mark of London fishhook and needle makers Charles Iverson & Henry Stone, who were in business from 1790-1817. While President, Washington may have purchased these hooks from a Philadelphia retailer who catered to the needs of gentleman anglers.