I was wondering if anyone could tell me about the hallmarks on the bottom of the Chinese Tea Set I have. I bought it from a lady who said her grandfather brought it back from China in the early 1900's. I am assuming it is silver and hand made. If anybody has any information, That would be great. Thanks, Terry.
Can you help with these markings Chinese silver tea set
Re: Can you help with these markings Chinese silver tea set
The first mark "金" should be the mark of a silversmith.
The mark 85 is the fineness, though it might be higher or lower than 85%.
The 3rd mark should be the reseller or store, it's the most important one, but I couldn't figure it out from you picture. Maybe you can give me a large one?
The mark 85 is the fineness, though it might be higher or lower than 85%.
The 3rd mark should be the reseller or store, it's the most important one, but I couldn't figure it out from you picture. Maybe you can give me a large one?
Re: Can you help with these markings Chinese silver tea set
Here is a bigger picture, but not too clear. I hope this helps.
Re: Can you help with these markings Chinese silver tea set
mmm... Still couldn't read the text on the mark, maybe "新犬"?
The mark is also unknown to me, but it should be a Chinese silver tea set made between c1880~1947.
The mark is also unknown to me, but it should be a Chinese silver tea set made between c1880~1947.