When did Indian silver makers begin stamping their wares "sterling"? I have some objects that claim to be late 19th c. and are stamped sterling, but cannot find any info. about when that stamp was first implemented! Any info most appreciated! .
I have two necklaces and would greatly appreciate any information on the designers/marks! the first is faux pearl, but has an interesting sterling center piece marked as follows: http://i488.photobucket.com/albums/rr243/courjette/pearls2.jpg http://i488.photobucket.com/albums/rr243/courjette/pearls3...
I have a silver vessel with a band of unusual marks under the rim - most appear to be decorative, but there are some unusual ones: a crown over sheild with three stars, another emblem with three stars, and 'IS' in a rounded square (photos included). The piece has an incised date of 1772 under the ha...