Need help with this English hallmark regarding maker

British Silver Reading Silver Hallmarks
#1

I know this is the hallmark for sterling, London, 1927, but does anyone recognize the maker’s mark? Could it be Charles Boyton and Sons? Thanks for any help.

#2

George Betjemann & Sons:

and the date is 1907, not 1927.

What is the item? Can you let us see the whole thing?

#3

Thank you Silvermakersmarks. I wasn’t completely sure of the date either. The “M” for 1927 and 1907 look so similar to me. How do you distinguish them? ANy tips? The piece is described as a spooner and in terms of style it seems to me more Edwardian than 1920’s. Thanks again for your help with the maker and date.

#4

Thanks for showing us the whole thing, Kelly - it was a bit like one of those “commonplace objects photographed from unusual angles” puzzle!

Distinguishing the 1896-1915 series from the 1916-1935 series is not too difficult because the latter series is done in an Old English font whereas the earlier ones are a plain font. Here is the 1927 hallmark to compare with yours of 1907:

#5

Thank you SIlvermakersmarks. I see the difference now and won’t make that mistake again.

Have a great holiday and new year!

Kelly