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Silver Marks

Hallmarks identify the maker of the piece and often provide details about the metals that were used and the era the piece dates from. Hallmarks are an important research tool for silver collectors.

Online Encyclopedia of Silver Marks

A collection of hallmarks from manufacturers and retailers of all types of silver from many countries.

Silver Mine

Silver Mine is an online resource for collectors of (mainly) antique British Sterling Silver.

Spratling Silver - Hallmarks

An informative discussion of the large number of marks used to identify Spratling Silver. Graphics illustrate each hallmark described.

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