Silversmiths initials don’t fit with lower case b date?

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Hi
I am new to this group and would greatly appreciate any help with the markings i have on my silver mirror. It is hallmarked with the initials HM then an anchor, lion, and a lower case b.
Thanks
Jane.

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You will have to post a picture of the marks to get an informed answer.

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I don’t see any problem here. HM is Henry Matthews and the hallmark is Birmingham 1901. Matthews’s mark was registered in 1893 and certainly appears until at least 1930.

Phil

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Thanks for that Phil.
Do you think there is any value to the mirror? as it’s not in the best condition it’s been stuffed in my cupboard fo

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There is certainly intrisic value in the silver and the mirror looks in good condition so you might find a market for it. If it came right down to it you could always strip out the mirror and any fittings and sell the silver for scrap - although it would be a terrible shame to do so.

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Many thanks for your help Phil😀