Thai silver bowl hallmark - antique

[lillyblue]

My parents received this bowl for a wedding present; it is at least 50 years old. They were told by the person who gave it to them that it was purchased (by the giver) on a trip to Thailand. Any info on the actual silver content and hallmark are appreciated. It is very dirty but I wasn't sure how to clean it without removing the possible oxidation it should have. Thanks!

[Siamois]

The description at the bottom of the bowl is:
'Number 1 Silver' (which means the best silver content)
Then the numerical 10 which supposesdly represents the weight of the silver bowl which is 10-Baht or 5 ounces.

In my opinion, it could be a sterling silver. If you want to clean it, simply use hot soapy water - like the way you would wash the dishes but do not use a hard rough sponge like Scott-Brite. Just wash cloth would do. You are not going to be able to clean all the dirt out. I would prefer to let it 'tone' by nature.

[lillyblue]

Thank you so much for posting! I had given up hope. It does weigh 5.3 oz! What do you think about the period - from the late 50's as my mother was told or older?
Thanks again.

[Siamois]

I believe the period is correct. More likely late 50's or early 60's.

[lillyblue]

I see - thanks so much.

[Agness]

hi, if anyone on this thread is still around ... why do you believe it to be dated from 50s/60s? is it the style of the artwork or the type of stamp? looking at something very similar. thanks to anyone reading this!

[Siamois]

judging by the Thai writing at the bottom of the bowl and the design, I believe the bowl was made during that period. The craftmanship is not as nice as the older pieces. The Thai terminology used in indicating the type of silver (#1 Silver or The Best Silver) is more of a modern terminology. The older pieces do not indicate the type of silver and most do not have even the maker mark. In the period between 1950 to 1969, you would normally see 'Siam Sterling' or 'Made In Siam' stamped on a piece. I still see some of the similar pieces made to this day in Bangkok. They were not made to fool a tourist as antique. Otherwords, they are presented in brand new shiny pieces.