unknown markings on a chafing dish

[allison]

I am polishing some old silver pieces from my family and have come across a chafing dish with three marks...a horse (looks similar to the head of the "knight" chess piece) facing right in a shield-type outline, a symmetrical design (almost floral looking) and three small birds facing left in a shield-type outline. Any clue to the identity of these markings? I am assuming that it is silverplate but don't know for absolutely sure. Thanks!

[2209patrick]

Sounds like a mark used by the Friedman Silver Company, Brooklyn, New York. Founded in 1908. Bought by Gorham in 1960. If it's not marked sterling or .925 it's silverplate.



Regards,
Pat.

[allison]

thanks..the bottom row on your drawing looks exactly like it. Much appreciated!

[raeluv]

I have a tray with the same markings, it also has a "45" stamp on it, any idea what that means?

[dognose]

Hi,

Welcome to the Forum.

Please start a new topic with images of your tray and the marks.

Trev.