Phrases & Sayings

[Ralph Scott]

What is the origin & meaning of "Feather Merchant"?

[Janetx]

George, regarded by many as the most beautiful town in South Africa. The George Museum depicts the town's history. There are several historic monuments and the fascinating architecture of the sandstone buildings that were built by ostrich farmers at the beginning of the century and dubbed the "ostrich palaces" are a must. In early days prime feathers fetched more than their weight in gold, and the wealth created gave rise to the term "feather merchant."