My mother almost certainly purchased this bowl in Yokohama where she was stationed in the early 1950's. She loved flower arranging. I have surfed the forums since 2013 but have not seen a similar hallmark. The misspelling of sterling in notable but it does seem genuine 950. It also has a typical fitted cedar box but the lining and info have long been gone. Appreciate your help identifying the maker.
Japanese flower arranging bowl hallmark help
Re: Japanese flower arranging bowl hallmark help
looks like my attempt to follow instructions to post image didn't work. will try again later.