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18.05.12 :: What's it worth? :: re: Silver stand with crystal bowl :: Reply by lanshan75

noreply@www.silver-collector.com (lanshan75) — Fri, 18 May 2012 07:34:31 +0000

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18.05.12 :: Photographing Silver :: re: I have no idea where my silver cigarette case is from. ...

noreply@www.silver-collector.com (lanshan75) — Fri, 18 May 2012 07:34:04 +0000

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18.05.12 :: Photographing Silver :: re: Posting a picture :: Reply by lanshan75

noreply@www.silver-collector.com (lanshan75) — Fri, 18 May 2012 07:33:33 +0000

lanshan75 wrote at 18 May 2012 08:33 AM GMT: Hello,everybody,I am just a new member of this forum,I want to make more friends here,I hope you can like me.
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17.05.12 :: Reading Silver Hallmarks :: Whiting Mystery Mark

noreply@www.silver-collector.com (lbluffcollier) — Thu, 17 May 2012 19:42:40 +0000

lbluffcollier wrote at 17 May 2012 08:42 PM GMT: I have a lovely Violet lettuce fork, the back is clearly marked with the Whiting mark, then the mystery mark which I thought would be a date mark, as Violet was introduced about the same time as the date marks. However, it doesn't seem to match any of the date marks. As it is a tiny detail I tried to photograph it through my jewelers loop....

Thanks for your help, albeit in advanced.

17.05.12 :: Reading Silver Hallmarks :: dont know there marks

noreply@www.silver-collector.com (metallica fish) — Thu, 17 May 2012 12:00:13 +0000

metallica fish wrote at 17 May 2012 01:00 PM GMT: Just found a silver bracelet in the house but i cant seem to be able to place the markings. They are too small to take a picture of so ive written down what i saw, and taken a picture of that. Hope this helps

Thanks in advance
Liam

There is also SPA mark (at least i think thats what it is)

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16.05.12 :: Reading American Silver Hallmarks :: Help finding the maker of this spoon?

noreply@www.silver-collector.com (barbb0) — Wed, 16 May 2012 20:13:10 +0000

barbb0 wrote at 16 May 2012 09:13 PM GMT: Silver mark has letters but I cannot make them out. Hopefully someone may recognize the pattern.

16.05.12 :: Reading Silver Hallmarks :: Identifying/dating different forks, spoons and knives

noreply@www.silver-collector.com (bdsilver) — Wed, 16 May 2012 13:19:08 +0000

bdsilver wrote at 16 May 2012 02:19 PM GMT: Hi everyone,
I saw this forum and how interesting it was, and also how nice and helpful everyone here was, and so I thought I could maybe ask for your help to identify and/or date various silver pieces that I have.

First are these 3 forks (the first one (at least) is from Paris, and the last (silver plated) is from England.

Here are close ups on the markings (sometimes unreadable, I am sorry!)
1: 2: 3:

Then are three spoons, there 3rd of which is from Paris (I believe):

and their close ups:
1: 2: 3:

And finally, the knife, bought in France as well I think.

Thanks a million for any help you could give me!
Best,

Benjamin

16.05.12 :: What is it? :: Unknown cup

noreply@www.silver-collector.com (teryjaki) — Wed, 16 May 2012 10:35:04 +0000

teryjaki wrote at 16 May 2012 11:35 AM GMT: Any thoughts on the function of this cup? The lip is flutted so it's likely not for drinking. The two side handles are opened at the top as if they held something. It was sold to me as an infant cup but I don't believe that. Could it be a shaving cup or vase?? I would be greatful for any input. teryjaki

16.05.12 :: What is it? :: re: Mystery Box??? Vinagerette? Your ideas welcomed :: Reply by teryjaki

noreply@www.silver-collector.com (teryjaki) — Wed, 16 May 2012 10:20:50 +0000

teryjaki wrote at 16 May 2012 11:20 AM GMT: Interesting thought. Did victorians keep crickets for any reason??? I agree the ,900 has me believing continental but lack of hallmarks makes me think it's not from a country with strick hallmark laws like Germany.

16.05.12 :: What is it? :: re: Mystery Box??? Vinagerette? Your ideas welcomed :: Reply by ...

noreply@www.silver-collector.com (silvermakersmarks) — Wed, 16 May 2012 06:22:18 +0000

silvermakersmarks wrote at 16 May 2012 07:22 AM GMT: I would go with vinaigrette plus hidden compartment for pills, snuff, etc. 900 suggests a continental origin. For an off-the-wall suggestion how about a cricket box for keeping a pet insect?

16.05.12 :: What is it? :: Mystery Box??? Vinagerette? Your ideas welcomed

noreply@www.silver-collector.com (teryjaki) — Wed, 16 May 2012 00:20:26 +0000

teryjaki wrote at 16 May 2012 01:20 AM GMT: My recent flea market find. A perferated two compartment box stamped 900 on the lower lid. No hallmarks seen. Acid tests about 900 silver. The upper lid has a pushbutton latch and the lower lid is a press-close. The both lids are slightly domed so it doesnt exactly sit flat on a surface.. The bottom compartment has enough space to place a scrap of papr or perhaps some pills. The upper compartment has a pierced floral design all around. I first though it's a vinagarette but the bottom compartment makes me unsure. marked weighs about 1.5 oz silver. I would love to hear your thoughts. teryjaki.

15.05.12 :: Reading Silver Hallmarks :: re: silver marks :: Reply by redkite555

noreply@www.silver-collector.com (redkite555) — Tue, 15 May 2012 12:42:09 +0000

redkite555 wrote at 15 May 2012 01:42 PM GMT: Thank you for your prompt reply. I realized they were not silver but as a pair over 9" long with pierced bowls and handles, also heavily engraved, were most interesting, presumably aged between 1890-1903

15.05.12 :: Reading Silver Hallmarks :: re: silver marks :: Reply by silvermakersmarks

noreply@www.silver-collector.com (silvermakersmarks) — Tue, 15 May 2012 12:00:27 +0000

silvermakersmarks wrote at 15 May 2012 01:00 PM GMT: This could be Mappin Brothers of Sheffield & London. I haven't seen this exact mark before, but they certainly used a sun and "MB" at times. Assuming that it is Mappin Brothers then this is an electroplate mark.

15.05.12 :: Reading Silver Hallmarks :: silver marks

noreply@www.silver-collector.com (redkite555) — Tue, 15 May 2012 10:47:11 +0000

redkite555 wrote at 15 May 2012 11:47 AM GMT: Help please in identifying marks on serving spoons

15.05.12 :: What's it worth? :: David Andersen 1926 830s silver dragon spoon

noreply@www.silver-collector.com (flockofpigeons) — Tue, 15 May 2012 06:01:59 +0000

flockofpigeons wrote at 15 May 2012 07:01 AM GMT: I was wondering if anyone has information on this spoon?

It has 830s and 1926 engraved on it. Thanks!

13.05.12 :: Collecting British Silver :: Gilding on 18th century mugs

noreply@www.silver-collector.com (silveraddict) — Sun, 13 May 2012 20:21:48 +0000

silveraddict wrote at 13 May 2012 09:21 PM GMT: My first post on this forum and am hoping someone might have a definitive answer for me on this topic!

I have recently started to collect Georgian silverware, and am am looking to buy a really fine 18th century mug. I have seen examples with gilded interiors and some without. Did 18th century examples ever have gilded interiors? Some dealers tell me that this was never the case and the gilding must have taken place at a later date, whilst I have been offered gilded examples by dealers who claim that the interiors are original!

Visually, the gilded examples are very attractive but I would really like to buy what is authentic.

I would very much appreciate any help in seeking out the truth in this!

13.05.12 :: What's it worth? :: re: Silver and Mother of Pearl Fruit Knife- value please? :: ...

noreply@www.silver-collector.com (silvermakersmarks) — Sun, 13 May 2012 20:06:55 +0000

silvermakersmarks wrote at 13 May 2012 09:06 PM GMT: It is possible (but still against the rules) to sell these on eBay. Sellers get round the automatic detection of knives by imaginative descriptions such as fruit peeeler. You will find several fruit knives similar to yours in the completed auctions section although most of them appear to have been sold from places like Australia or the US where eBay appear to have no problems with the sale of these items. This should give you some idea of value.

13.05.12 :: The Bar :: Sad News

noreply@www.silver-collector.com (silvermakersmarks) — Sun, 13 May 2012 19:56:25 +0000

silvermakersmarks wrote at 13 May 2012 08:56 PM GMT: Contributors to this site will be sorry to hear of the death of D. Patrick Strominger who posted on this site as 'Snuffer'. Pat was a much valued member of our forum with his knowledgeable contributions particularly in the identification of American silver plate makers' marks. He suffered a stroke a couple of weeks ago and passed away on Thursday May 10th; he was just 57 years of age.

13.05.12 :: What's it worth? :: Barker Bros Serving Tray 40968

noreply@www.silver-collector.com (JBTeeker) — Sun, 13 May 2012 16:33:09 +0000

JBTeeker wrote at 13 May 2012 05:33 PM GMT: Hello!

I found a serving tray which, and I'd like to know how much it's worth.

It's got the clover with 3 stars, which I understand is Barker Brothers. It is EP NS, and has the following other marks on it...

"40968" "Ellis Brothers Ltd"

Thanks for any information!!

13.05.12 :: What is it? :: re: I don't know if this is silver, or even if it is stamped :: ...

noreply@www.silver-collector.com (Billycourty) — Sun, 13 May 2012 15:51:12 +0000

Billycourty wrote at 13 May 2012 04:51 PM GMT: Yeah, i tried a magnet and it isnt magnetic at all.

Regards
Billy

13.05.12 :: What is it? :: re: I don't know if this is silver, or even if it is stamped :: ...

noreply@www.silver-collector.com (Hose_dk) — Sun, 13 May 2012 15:16:56 +0000

Hose_dk wrote at 13 May 2012 04:16 PM GMT: have you tried a magnet? (Iron)

13.05.12 :: What is it? :: I don't know if this is silver, or even if it is stamped.

noreply@www.silver-collector.com (Billycourty) — Sun, 13 May 2012 14:51:53 +0000

Billycourty wrote at 13 May 2012 03:51 PM GMT: Hello everyone,
First of all, thankyou very much for taking the time to read this.

I live in France, near Paris, and today I brought this religious figuerine, it was completely black when i got it home. I put it in a pot of boiling water with foil and bicarb soda and I managed to clean it up somewhat. Before I started cleaning I thought it could be silver or silver plate, thats why i cleaned it the way I did. However, now it is a very rose colour (copper? or silver mixed with cooper?) And there are possibly hallmarks which are eroded.

Maybe someone here would hazard a guess as to what type of metal it is (so i can clean it properly) and maybe I could have your insites on if those marks are hallmarks, and if so what do they mean?

Kindest regards
Billy

13.05.12 :: What's it worth? :: Silver and Mother of Pearl Fruit Knife- value please?

noreply@www.silver-collector.com (jhipkin21) — Sun, 13 May 2012 11:24:26 +0000

jhipkin21 wrote at 13 May 2012 12:24 PM GMT: Bought this at a car boot sale recently as am starting to collect them. I know what I paid for it but would anyone mind letting me know what I could expect for sell it for?

Does not have to be accurate but just a rough idea of what you think I could sell it for.

Also, I did try to tell one on Ebay but it came under the 'Offensive Weapons Act' so I was unable to sell it. Does anyone have any idea where I could sell the knives legally?

Kind regards and any help is much appreciated.

JSH

NB: None of the mother of pearl handle is cracked on either side. Condition is good.

Makers Mark = H&W Ltd
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12.05.12 :: Reading American Silver Hallmarks :: re: Rogers Smith & Co #1400 Quad Plate :: ...

noreply@www.silver-collector.com (JBTeeker) — Sat, 12 May 2012 20:42:33 +0000

JBTeeker wrote at 12 May 2012 09:42 PM GMT: Thank you for the welcome!

I am very sorry for the duplication..... I posted in the other forums first then realized it was not the right one. Will not happen again.

JB

12.05.12 :: Reading American Silver Hallmarks :: re: Rogers Smith & Co #1400 Quad Plate :: ...

noreply@www.silver-collector.com (silvermakersmarks) — Sat, 12 May 2012 20:17:13 +0000

silvermakersmarks wrote at 12 May 2012 09:17 PM GMT: Hi

Welcome to the forum. I expect that our American silver experts will be along later to help you but in the mean time may I just say that there is no need to duplicate your questions. I have removed the copies which you have posted under other topics so that we can keep all of our answers in one place.

12.05.12 :: Reading American Silver Hallmarks :: Couple unknowns I found....

noreply@www.silver-collector.com (JBTeeker) — Sat, 12 May 2012 19:31:37 +0000

JBTeeker wrote at 12 May 2012 08:31 PM GMT: Hey all,

Wondering if anyone can help me with these......

The one that looks like a flying saucer has markings on the bottom "EP On Copper, L B/8"

The circular one has "Viking 45" on the inside of the ring.

Thanks!

JB

12.05.12 :: Reading American Silver Hallmarks :: Set of Four Goblets

noreply@www.silver-collector.com (JBTeeker) — Sat, 12 May 2012 19:30:01 +0000

JBTeeker wrote at 12 May 2012 08:30 PM GMT: Hey all,

Have a set of four of these Goblets. They are gold plated on the inside of the goblet. They say "Victorian Plate EP Copper BM Mounts #2512/2312" on the bottom.

Anyone have any info on them? Worth?

Thanks!

JB

12.05.12 :: Reading American Silver Hallmarks :: Rogers Smith & Co #1400 Quad Plate

noreply@www.silver-collector.com (JBTeeker) — Sat, 12 May 2012 19:28:15 +0000

JBTeeker wrote at 12 May 2012 08:28 PM GMT: Hi all,

I am new on the silver scene, and just came upon a bunch of stuff at a sale and am looking for some information.....

Can anyone tell me what exactly this is? and possibly the worth?

Thanks!

JB

12.05.12 :: Reading Silver Hallmarks :: re: Silver Hallmarks on back of Star-Chart :: Reply by ...

noreply@www.silver-collector.com (Eelswho?) — Sat, 12 May 2012 18:30:59 +0000

Eelswho? wrote at 12 May 2012 07:30 PM GMT: Have a pic?

12.05.12 :: What is it? :: re: Hallmarked Napkin Ring -glove, hand and sword :: Reply by Kathleen

noreply@www.silver-collector.com (Kathleen) — Sat, 12 May 2012 15:04:27 +0000

Kathleen wrote at 12 May 2012 04:04 PM GMT: I am sorry - but I don't have a picture -
On further examination tho - it is also stamped B(dot)C(dot)A
Is that of any help.
Thanking you in advance
Kathleen

12.05.12 :: What is it? :: re: Hallmarked Napkin Ring -glove, hand and sword :: Reply by ...

noreply@www.silver-collector.com (silvermakersmarks) — Sat, 12 May 2012 06:54:57 +0000

silvermakersmarks wrote at 12 May 2012 07:54 AM GMT: We need pictures of the marks on your napkin ring in order to make an identification. I don't recognise the maker from your description.

12.05.12 :: What's it worth? :: Acorn Pattern Georg C Jensen Flatware

noreply@www.silver-collector.com (bensilver15) — Sat, 12 May 2012 03:00:35 +0000

bensilver15 wrote at 12 May 2012 04:00 AM GMT: Hello Silver-collector forums,
I need to sell a set of Acorn Pattern Georg C Jensen silver flatware, 6 places.

Does anyone have any info on this? What is it worth and what is the best way to sell it?
I will update with pictures and condition when I can.

Thank you for any information that will help me in selling these pieces.

Ben

12.05.12 :: What is it? :: Hallmarked Napkin Ring -glove, hand and sword

noreply@www.silver-collector.com (Kathleen) — Sat, 12 May 2012 00:07:33 +0000

Kathleen wrote at 12 May 2012 01:07 AM GMT: It is inscribed with a hand holding a sword and a mans head wearing a laurel or short crown - large ears.
Underneath the hand is a half circular band or cuff.
Have had this for years without knowing a thing about it
The Hallmarks inside are S - then a full lion - - then a mans head with a mustache - then a king or queen with a larger crown.

Can anyone tell me anything about this - I have always been curious about it.
Thank you
Kathleen

11.05.12 :: Reading Silver Hallmarks :: re: Please help identify this piece ? Horse & Cart ...

noreply@www.silver-collector.com (silvermakersmarks) — Fri, 11 May 2012 20:57:15 +0000

silvermakersmarks wrote at 11 May 2012 09:57 PM GMT: Quite frankly I have no idea. Scrap value is certainly a starting point, but remember to factor in the 900 fineness.

11.05.12 :: Reading Silver Hallmarks :: re: Please help identify this piece ? Horse & Cart ...

noreply@www.silver-collector.com (gegne78) — Fri, 11 May 2012 20:19:57 +0000

gegne78 wrote at 11 May 2012 09:19 PM GMT: Many thanks for your quick reply .

Can you tell me if its valuable or just in its weight in silver ?

Thanks
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11.05.12 :: Collecting American Silver :: Dating a Tiffany piece

noreply@www.silver-collector.com (Nazila) — Fri, 11 May 2012 20:07:56 +0000

Nazila wrote at 11 May 2012 09:07 PM GMT: Hello,

Could anyone help me date a Tiffany piece? The pattern number is 23928. The only information I could find helped me date it to after 1950 but I was wondering if anyone could narrow it down to a specific year or range of years. It is a dish with a lid and the handle of the lid is strawberries. I would appreciate any help that you could give me. Thanks!

Sincerely,
Naz

11.05.12 :: Reading Silver Hallmarks :: re: Please help identify this piece ? Horse & Cart ...

noreply@www.silver-collector.com (silvermakersmarks) — Fri, 11 May 2012 19:43:12 +0000

silvermakersmarks wrote at 11 May 2012 08:43 PM GMT: This is an Egyptian hallmark. ۹٠٠ is Arabic for 900 and shows the silver standard. The symbol above it is the Cairo Assay Office mark. Your first picture is therefore upside down with the second symbol being a lotus flower which was used on silver after 1946. The third symbol is a date code, but I am not aware of an online reference for these.

Incidentally I think that the animal is a donkey - a much more likely beast of burden for Egypt than a horse.

11.05.12 :: Reading Silver Hallmarks :: Please help identify this piece ? Horse & Cart

noreply@www.silver-collector.com (gegne78) — Fri, 11 May 2012 18:12:54 +0000

gegne78 wrote at 11 May 2012 07:12 PM GMT: I have had this for many years and been in the family for many years , I need help identifying it.

Each piece has a hallmark, on the cart there are 5 hallmarks, for example 1 on the wheel, 1 on the base etc , even the small bucket has a tiny hallmark on.

Just wanted to be enlightened about where a who made it and what year ?

Thanks in advance.
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11.05.12 :: What's it worth? :: Silver paper knife / Dirk?

noreply@www.silver-collector.com (Big Boab) — Fri, 11 May 2012 09:04:09 +0000

Big Boab wrote at 11 May 2012 10:04 AM GMT: Hi everyone. I have very attractive silver paper knife / dirk made by MacKay and Chisholm of Edinburgh.
It is hallmarked for Edinburgh 1907 and is 23.5cm in length and inlaid with 3 agates and topped with lovely champagne citrine stone.
As you can see the workmanship is beautiful and this is the only one I have come across. A rough valuation and any additional information would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you in advance.