Marked with ABD in conjoined circles, London assay office etc.

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Marked with ABD in conjoined circles, London assay office etc.

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I got this very interested scissors recently in Canada. It has marks of ABD in two conjoined circles, 925 in circle, a mark of London assay office and letter O, meaning this is a foreign made piece with British silver import mark, the London office mark in particular, and date marked in 1929. My question would be like, if I am correct so far? what is it originated or if the ABD the import agent or the maker of it? is there similar piece exist for reference? Please comment.
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Re: Marked with ABD in conjoined circles, London assay office etc.

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You have interpreted the hallmark correctly. ABD is Adolph Barsach Davis, a well known importer of foreign silver; there is no way of knowing their origin. These scissors are known as grape scissors - note particularly the vine and grape decoration.

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Re: Marked with ABD in conjoined circles, London assay office etc.

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It's great to have these confirmed. Thank you, Phil.
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