Birmingham Sterling Ink Stand-Help!

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Hi,
I recently acquired this gorgeous pen/ink stand and I am having some difficulty with the marks. There is an anchor for Birmingham, a script capital "G" which I believe indicates 1830 manufacture, the word "STERLING," and the number 10. I am a little confused, because the very first mark appears to be a lion passant, but it is facing right instead of left. Any information would be most appreciated!

[2209patrick]

I believe that's the mark used by the Gorham Corporation, Providence, Rhode Island.

http://www.925-1000.com/Gorham_Date_Code.html

Pat.

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Thanks Pat! You've been a big help.