Need help with a coin silver mark on a spoon T. J. Hemphill

[Baltimorebottles]

I recently bought a small group of coin silver spoons all with marks I haven't been able to identify.
I have 3 spoons with this mark T. J. Hemphill. Thanks for any information.

Chris

[WesternPA]

Hi,

Thomas Johnston Hemphill (1812-1878), working in Philadelphia circa 1830s to the 1860s. His mark is not commonly seen, and didn't make it into Hollan's "Philadelphia Silversmiths", which contains his available biographical information.

Best,
WesternPA

[Baltimorebottles]

WesternPa thank you very much for the information. I have a few more marks I will be posting soon.

Chris

[dognose]

T.J. Hemphill was recorded as a jeweler of 806, Vine Street, Philadelphia, in Ladies Philadelphia Shopping Guide & Housekeeper's Companion for 1859.

Trev.

[Baltimorebottles]

Thanks Trev, Excellent information.

Chris

[Baltimorebottles]

Trev, also if you would like to use my pictures and add this mark to the site please feel free to do so.

Chris

[dognose]

Hi Chris,

Thank you. Images of such marks are always very much appreciated.

Trev.