Unknown German maker

[Athos]

Dear Forum,

Does anyone know the name of the maker of this sugarbowl? It's marked "12" and "IGW" in a heartshape. I think it is German, late 18th Century.

Thank you very much in advance for reactions to my question.

Many regards,

Athos

[gemsdiver]

Hi

The "12" is for the 750 silver content. The other mark would be either the town mark, or makers mark. I don´t really know that much about the town marks.

Andy

[Bahner]

Hello, the heart-shaped mark is a maker's mark. Without a town mark it is quite impossible to ascribe this to a specific maker, as there are several makers using a maker's mark much like this one. Best wishes, Bahner