Mark Indetification Please - Silverplated Pitcher

[Patti_OC]

I have searched for these marks. They are on they base of a small beautiful etched pitcher that measures about 5 1/2 inches tall. I purchased it at an auction and I believe it is silverplated. It has a gold washed interior. I think the marks are British but don't know. I cannot make out the first 2. The 2nd mark looks like a man on a gondola with an oar. I think the 3rd thru 5th are B & S. Thanks for your help!
Pat



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[2209patrick]

That's a British silverplate mark. William R. Deykin & Sons, Birmingham, England.

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Pat.

[Patti_OC]

Thank you so much Patrick!!! Would you also happen to know which mark is the date mark, mark 3 or 5? I am really trying to understand this!
Pat

[2209patrick]

English silverplate does not have to have a date mark like sterling. I believe the 3rd and 5th letters (D&S) just stand for Deykin & Sons.

Pat.