Unknown Hallmarks

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carlos65
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Unknown Hallmarks

Postby carlos65 » Wed Oct 24, 2007 7:45 pm

This is my second time posting. Everyone was so very helpful I thought I would have a go at it again. I found this knife and I am trying to identify it. Any clues to put me on the right path?
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2209patrick
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Postby 2209patrick » Wed Oct 24, 2007 9:16 pm

Hello.
I believe those are American coin silver marks.
Charles C. Shaver, Utica, New York.
Worked from about 1854 to at least 1884. Died in 1900.

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shayes
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Postby shayes » Sun Jul 27, 2008 5:47 pm

Charles Shaver made two variants of this pattern, which I call "COTTAGE ROSETTE." The only variation is in the circle halfway down the handle.
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Shaver used several different manufacturing marks. Both of my examples carry his "C.C.S." mark, and one includes his "C.C. Shaver" backstamp, which I'm assuming is his retail mark.
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