unknown markings on a chafing dish

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allison
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unknown markings on a chafing dish

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I am polishing some old silver pieces from my family and have come across a chafing dish with three marks...a horse (looks similar to the head of the "knight" chess piece) facing right in a shield-type outline, a symmetrical design (almost floral looking) and three small birds facing left in a shield-type outline. Any clue to the identity of these markings? I am assuming that it is silverplate but don't know for absolutely sure. Thanks!
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Post by 2209patrick »

Sounds like a mark used by the Friedman Silver Company, Brooklyn, New York. Founded in 1908. Bought by Gorham in 1960. If it's not marked sterling or .925 it's silverplate.

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Pat.
allison
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Post by allison »

thanks..the bottom row on your drawing looks exactly like it. Much appreciated!
raeluv
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Re: unknown markings on a chafing dish

Post by raeluv »

I have a tray with the same markings, it also has a "45" stamp on it, any idea what that means?
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Re: unknown markings on a chafing dish

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Hi,

Welcome to the Forum.

Please start a new topic with images of your tray and the marks.

Trev.
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