yes, it appears to be a capital "U", that matches an 1815 London datemark. i don't have access to the Glasgow datemarks to match it up. so the general consensus is 1840? thanks! .
this appears to date to 1815, Glasgow. i read that hallmarks weren't implemented in Glasgow until 1819. Could this be provincial silver? any idea on maker "PA"? thanks! sherbie
i believe it is the Elkington Co. thank you! i read the link: they discussed date marks, but didn't have a key. the only thing left is to figure out the date mark. let me know if you know!
ok......i think i worked out the photo link. here is a 12" stuffing spoon that i haven't a clue on. not sure if it is silverplate or sterling (no apparent sterling marks). any help or clues would be greatly appreciated!! thanks! sherbie http://sv1.letmehost.com/sv1/7/PA240035.JPG http://sv1.letmehos...
Just acquired a 12" stuffing spoon. Haven't worked out the photos yet, but here is what I know: the marks on the spoon are, from left to right: - an "A" on its side (there is an inch gap between the "A" and the grouping of subsequent five markings described following) - a sc...