Barnard 1881 fitted case salt set...need help with "L&q

[lmclayton2]

This is my first post so I hope I am following protocol but here goes :)

I have posted a picture of the whole set and another composite picture of the bases of the four cellars.

Maker's Mark: Walter & John Barnard (wBj in shield)
Sterling Mark: Lion Passant
Duty Mark: Queen Victoria
Assay Mark: London: Leopard's Head
Date Letter: Block "F" inside a shield = 1881

I am still trying to figure out what the capital "L" represents?

I have searched the site and the forum and have been unable to figure it out. I greatly appreciate your insight!
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[Granmaa]

It looks like it has been crudely scratched in; if so, it could have been made by an owner for recognition purposes.

Miles
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[lmclayton2]

It looks like it has been crudely scratched in; if so, it could have been made by an owner for recognition purposes.

That could be... I have certainly not been able to find anything else like it... thanks :)
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[Granmaa]

Very interesting conical shell salt spoons, by the way: I don't think I've seen those before.

Miles
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