Hallmark identification on christening mug

British Silver
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Hi can anyone help me identify these hallmarks?

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This is a London hallmark with the date letter N for 1728. The maker, WP, is William Paradise who registered this mark in 1720. He had completed his apprenticeship in 1716 and registered his first mark in 1718.

Phil

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Thank you Phil :slight_smile: that is what I had come up with so glad I was on the right track! Do you know where I might find some more information on William Paradise? I can’t seem to find much online.

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There is a short biography in “London Goldsmiths, 1697-1837: Their Marks and Lives” by Arthur Grimwade - if you are in the UK you may find this book in your local library. There are some additional facts here.

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Thank you! I’m in NZ but will take a look in the local library :slight_smile: