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I dont know this maker

Posted: Mon Feb 19, 2018 10:15 pm
by leesk
Hello All,

Does anyone recognize these marks? Thank you in advance. These are asparagus tongs in sterling. late 1800's I think! Lee

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Re: I dont know this maker

Posted: Tue Feb 20, 2018 12:17 am
by legrandmogol
The second mark is definitely one of William Gales, the diamond underneath reads 1845 so its probably Gale & Hayden as that is the first year they started their partnership (it is also a date mark so this piece is from 1845). I don't know what the B is for. As for the other picture, it is too small or too blurry but it is probably a retailer mark. It would also be nice if you could show us the whole piece.

Re: I dont know this maker

Posted: Tue Feb 20, 2018 8:37 am
by leesk
Wow thank you so much such fantastic Information. I will post a full pic. Thank you thank you