Due to his father's wealth, Ives did not need to take a job, and his growing interest in British antiquities made it undesirable. Ives was elected as a fellow of the Society of Antiquaries of London on 13 June 1771.
Due to his father's wealth, Ives did not require employment, and his increasing fascination with British antiquities made it unappealing. Ives was elected as a fellow of the Society of Antiquaries of London on 13 June 1771.