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SAMUEL HANCOCK & SONS

Pea Croft Works, later, Mazeppa Works, 12, Sycamore Street, later, 36, Charlotte Street, Sheffield



S. Hancock & Sons - Sheffield - 1862


Samuel Hancock & Sons - Sheffield - 1878


Samuel Hancock & Sons - Sheffield - 1906

'MAZEPPA'

'ZEPHYR'

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RICHARD MORTON

Brinsworth Orchard, Fargate, Sheffield


Examples of the work and mark of Richard Morton:


R·M - Sheffield - 1779
















R·M - Sheffield - 1795



Richard Morton entered the following marks with the Sheffield Assay Office:


Entered on the 16th September 1773


As Richard Morton & Co. (Richard Morton, Thomas Warris, John Winter, Samuel Roberts, John Elam, Thomas Sattle, John Eyre, and Nathaniel Smith), entered on the 30th September 1773


Entered on the 13th July 1780


Entered on the 12th February 1781


The earliest record we have of those who joined Morton and others is much later than "about 1765," for it is found in the Assay Office Register of 1773. In that year a mark for silver was entered by Richard Morton, John Winter, Samuel Roberts, Thomas Warris, John Elam, Thomas Settle, John Eyre, and Nathaniel Smith. Winter’s presence in this firm explains the fact that when, in 1779, presenting to the Cutlers’ Company “an elegant” gilt silver cup bearing the stamp "R. Morton & Co., fecerunt," he described it as "of his own manufacture." Its date letter is 1776.

Besides being a member of this firm and engaged in the Parsons candlestick factory, Winter had a third string to his bow and Roberts a second, for on the same day as the entry of the previous mark, there was also registered another by Samuel Roberts, John Elam, Thomas Settle, John Eyre, and Nathaniel Smith. The address given in both cases was Brinsworth Orchard, or as it is elsewhere described, "near Fargate." Thus here were two contiguous firms, the one trading as Richard Morton Co. and the other as Roberts, Elam, Winter & Co., and while Morton was the principal partner of the one, Roberts dominated the other. In 1780, Settle (with Warris) and Morton, at the old address registered separate marks.

In 1793 there was a further re-arrangement, including new men, when Joseph Wilson, who has been mentioned (page 40), took the lead, the mark registered being But death soon ended this and the survivors were scattered. In I781 Roberts, with John Eyre, had gone off to Union Street to found the firm of Roberts, Eyre, Beldon & Co. In 1787 both of the Fargate firms—Richard Morton & Co. and Roberts, Elam, Winter & Co.have disappeared, Roberts, Eyre, Beldon & Co. succeeding the latter.

Source: History of old Sheffield Plate: Being an account of the origin, growth, and decay of the industry, and of the antique silver and white britannia metal trade, with chronological lists of makers' marks and numerous illustrations of specimens - Frederick Bradbury - 1912

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JOSEPH ELLIOT & SONS

4, Hollis Croft, later, Granville Works, 1, Sylvester Street, Sheffield


An example of the work and mark of Joseph Elliot & Sons:




J.E - &S - S - EP - A1


A advertisement for Joseph Elliot & Sons from a Canadian distributor:


H.S. Howland, Sons & Co. - Toronto - 1910


Joseph Elliot & Sons registered their mark, 'J.E' above '&S' contained within an heraldic shield, with the Sheffield Assay Office on the 16th September 1898.



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E.J. BUXTON & Co.

Duke Place, St Mary's Road, and Matilda Street, Sheffield



E.J. Buxton & Co. - Sheffield - 1863

Noted as exhibitors at the International Exhibition of 1862 held at London.

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WILSON & SHARP

139, Princes Street, Edinburgh


A biscuit box sponsored by Wilson & Sharp and assayed at Sheffield in 1926:
















W&S - Sheffield - 1926

See: viewtopic.php?f=38&t=31210&p=80486&hilit=sharp#p80486

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JOHN BATT - JOHN BATT & Co. Ltd

18, Arundel Street and Tudor Place, later, Cambridge Electro Plate Works, 20, Cambridge Street, later, Park Electro Plate Works, 33, Broad Street*, later, 14, Sycamore Street, Sheffield
* The former works of George Cutts & Sons.


John Batt - Sheffield - 1871


John Batt - Sheffield - 1876


John Batt - Sheffield - 1891



Example of the work and mark of John Batt & Co. Ltd.:










J·B - Sheffield - 1904


J·B - Sheffield - 1904



John Batt acquired the business of George Cutts & Sons c.1890.


MESSRS. JOHN BATT & CO., LIMITED, 14, SYCAMORE STREET, SHEFFIELD

The ancient fame of Sheffield plate - now an object of special consideration to amateurs and collectors–survives on an ampler scale in the renown of this city's multifarious productions in all branches of the silversmith's art and of the more modem craft of electro-plating. It is interesting to meet with a firm whose annals date back to the early days of the last mentioned industry, and whose name is at the same time intimately associated with the progress of general silversmith's work and cutlery manufacture in Sheffield during nearly three quarters of a century past. Such a firm is that of Messrs. John Batt & Co., Limited, old-established, widely known, and identified with a standard of manufacture which is regarded with confidence by both home and export buyers. It was in 1845 that the now extensive business carried on at 14, Sycamore Street, Sheffield, was founded by Mr. John Batt. The original family is still represented in the administration, which, since March 26th, 1896, has been conducted under a limited liability constitution, with a directorate consisting at the present time of Mr. William Sykes (chairman), Mr. Frederick Edmund Batt (managing director), Mr. Thomas Wilkinson Willis, and Mr. Bernard Bagshaw Batt. By this governing body the enterprising policy of the house has been actively continued, and its reputation for quality of product and advancement of method has never stood higher than during the period that has elapsed since the incorporation. The works in Sycamore Street have, in accordance with the rule of the house at all times, been kept thoroughly up-to-date in the details of their equipment. With their staff of 100 highly trained and skilful workers, they rank as one of the best organised establishments of the kind and size in Sheffield. Here, from time to time, various practical improvements, new processes, etc., have been introduced, which have had no small effect in promoting the interests of the concern, and strengthening the position of its products in the market. We may note in this connection that the firm of John Batt was the originator of the method of " bolstering " German silver blades and forks without soldering–an improvement which met at once with marked favour, and has continued in general approval. A notable feature of the present company's operations is the wide range of work turned out. Few houses produce a greater variety of goods, all three branches of sterling silver, electro-plate, and cutlery being fully represented in so far as articles for table use and ornament are concerned. Spoons and forks are a leading speciality ; and along with these there is a varied output of table cutlery, entree dishes, cruets, trays, waiters, tea and coffee services, flower stands, jelly dishes, and, in short, every description of sterling silver and electro-plated table ware. Artistic ideals are pursued in the matter of design, with respect to which the company can be credited with many elegant and tasteful conceptions ; while the practical efficiency at command in the works, and the careful supervision exercised in every department, are evidenced in the excellence of workmanship and finish for which even the lower-priced articles of this firm's manufacture have always been favourably known in the trade. Messrs. John Batt & Co., Limited, in the course of a long record of activity, have gradually extended their business relations to all the three great divisions of our national commerce–home, colonial, and foreign. Their home trade has been a substantial one from the first, and remains to this day their chief interest ; but export business has, none the less, received a due share of attention, and the successful cultivation of several important oversea markets is demonstrated in the connections that have been formed and steadily built up in Australia, New Zealand, India, and South Africa. The company has London offices and show-rooms conveniently situated, at 53, New Broad Street, E.C. It may be added that Mr. William Sykes (the chairman) is managing director of Messrs. John Smiths, proprietors of the well-known Tadcaster Brewery Co., Limited, Tadcaster ; while Mr. T. W. Willis is a director of Messrs. Sanderson Brothers & Newbould. Limited, Sheffield. Telegrams : " Bat, Sheffield." Telephone : 2692

Source: The Business World - 1914


John Batt converted into a limited liability company, styled John Batt & Co.Ltd. on the 26th March 1896.

John Batt entered his mark 'J·B' contained within an oval punch, in 1880 from 20 Cambridge Street, Sheffield, with the Sheffield Assay Office.

John Batt & Co.Ltd entered the same mark in 1900 from the Park Plate Works, 14 Sycamore Street, Sheffield, with the Sheffield Assay Office.

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OLIVER & BOWER Ltd.

34, Arundel Street, and Howard Street, Sheffield and 105, later, 7, Hatton Garden, and 57, Holborn Viaduct, London


A pair of napkin holders by Oliver & Bower Ltd. assayed at Sheffield in 1975:








O&BLtd - Sheffield - 1975

Established in 1920. Converted into a limited liability company in 1929.

Users of trade names: 'TEMPUS', 'DURABRITE' and 'SILVERNUS'.

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F.H. DAVIDSON

59, Deansgate, Manchester


An example of the work and mark of F.H. Davidson:






FHD - Sheffield - 1909


FHD - Sheffield - 1909


F.H. Davidson entered their mark with the Sheffield Assay Office on the 11th March 1898:



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ALLEN'S (Fomerly known as ALLEN & DARWIN)

Portland Works, 55, Arundel Street, Sheffield








CJ/A - Sheffield - 1932

Following the death of Sidney Darwin in 1928, Charles James Allen continued the firm on his own, restyling the name from Allen & Darwin to Allen's and entering this new mark with the Sheffield Assay Office. After Charles Allen's death in 1938 the firm passed into the hands of his son, Laurence Allen, who in turn registered a new 'LA' mark with the SAO. Following the death of Laurence Allen in c.1961, the firm was acquired by Lee & Wigfull Ltd.

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Late marks [Rose-city] of R. Carr of Sheffield showing dating by actual year (2000) in a cross..from velvet-over-wood backed sterling picture frame:

SAMPSON WISH & Co.

3, Paradise Street, Sheffield


An example of the work and mark of Sampson Wish & Co.:










WHS/GW - Sheffield - 1875

Sampson Wish & Co. entered their mark with the Sheffield Assay Office on the 12th November 1873:




Dissolutions of Partnerships:

Sampson and Wish. Denmark Works, electro-plate manfrs. William Henry Sampson, George Wish. Business by George Wish in his own name. 15 Jan. 1878.

Source: The Birmingham, Black Country and Sheffield & Rotherham Commercial List - 1885

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JOSEPH HAYWOOD & Co.

Garden Street and Glamorgan Works, Pond Street, Sheffield



Joseph Haywood & Co. - Sheffield - 1861


Joseph Haywood & Co. - Sheffield - 1869


Joseph Haywood & Co. - Sheffield - 1875


Joseph Haywood & Co. - Sheffield - 1878


Joseph Haywood & Co. - Sheffield - 1879


Joseph Haywood & Co. registered their first mark, 'J·H', with the Sheffield Assay Office on the 30th November 1880:


Joseph Haywood & Co. registered their second mark, 'J.H & Co', with the Sheffield Assay Office on the 11th December 1894:


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CHRISTOPHER LAWRENCE

Essex









Bank of England mark - CNL (Christopher Nigel Lawrence) - Sheffield - 1994


These dishes were produced to commemorate the Bank of England's 300th anniversary 1694 - 1994. They were made in Britannia standard silver (958/1000) and presented to staff and pensioners of the bank.

Christopher Lawrence served his apprenticeship with C.J. Vander Ltd. and later worked for R.E. Stone and Gerald Benney before setting up on his own account.

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GEORGE UNITE

65, Caroline Street, Birmingham











GU - Sheffield - 1891


George Unite entered his mark, 'GU', contained within a heraldic shield, with the Sheffield Assay Office on the 4th July 1861. The above mark, that was registered with the Birmingham Assay Office, appears to have been unrecorded at Sheffield.



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ISAAC BARNES

Leicester Street Works, 38, Leicester Street, Upper Allen Street, Sheffield



Isaac Barnes - Sheffield - 1845

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ISAAC MOSS

Bank Buildings, Angel Street, later, 45, High Street, Sheffield



Isaac Moss - Sheffield - 1845


Isaac Moss - Sheffield - 1850

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WILLIAM SHALLCROSS

Trinity Street, Sheffield



Wm. Shallcross - Sheffield - 1845

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THOMAS HARDY

9, Moor Street, Tudor Street, Sheffield



Thomas Hardy - Sheffield - 1845

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JAMES KING & Co.

115, Scotland Street, Sheffield



James King & Co. - Sheffield - 1845

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PEACE WARD & Co.

Agenoria Steel Works, Saville Street East, Sheffield



Peace Ward & Co. - Sheffield - 1863

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