Arthur P. (Arthur Perceval) Purey-Cust

Born on 21 February 1828, Arthur Perceval Purey-Cust was an English Anglican cleric and author. Educated at Brasenose College, Oxford, and later a fellow of All Souls, he was ordained in the early 1850s and went on to serve in a series of parish and church roles before rising to senior office.

In 1875 he became Archdeacon of Buckingham and Vicar of Aylesbury. Five years later he was appointed Dean of York, a post he held from 1880 until his death on 23 December 1916. During his long time at York, he became especially associated with the care and documentation of York Minster and its heritage.

He also wrote several books, including The Heraldry of York Minster, Picturesque Old York, Our English Minsters, and The Crowning of Monarchs. His work reflects a lasting interest in church history, architecture, ceremony, and the rich traditions of England's cathedrals.