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gooodjunkk




Joined: 28 Jan 2010
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Posted: 28/01/2010 
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I'm not sure if this is a button, a pin, an earring, or something else. It is 2 pcs. The front piece is sterling silver & enamel. It measures about 5/16" x 1/4" & has a single post on the back side. The backing measures about 3/8" diameter. It is attached to or removed from the post by squeezing the two little tabs. It is marked with a dollar sign (or an "S" with two lines through it) & the word "Sterling" on the backing. Any info on the mark, what exactly this piece is or how to go about dating it will be greatly appreciated.

Thanks in advance



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uncle vic
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Joined: 25 Sep 2006
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Location: Baton Rouge, LA USA
Posted: 28/01/2010 
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Hi there and thanks for joining us. The size and fastener are consistent with that of a lapel pin, and the word "sterling" tells us it is probably American. I do not recognize the mark, although the dollar sign is incorporated in some American marks, Continential Sheffield, for example.

How about it readers? Ideas?

Regards,

Uncle Vic
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gooodjunkk




Joined: 28 Jan 2010
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Posted: 29/01/2010 
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Hi Uncle Vic,

Thanks a bunch for the info. Crossing my fingers that someone out there can identify the mark, as I've been trying for about a year now. Anyway, I appreciate you taking the time to respond.

Thanks again,
Denise
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