Hi
Can anybody help me identify the origin and maker of this communion chalice?
Many Thanks
Martin
Origin of communion chalice
Re: Origin of communion chalice
Hi Martin,
We don't know who they are, or were, at the moment, but they appear to be likely ecclesiastical workers who were registered with the Birmingham Assay Office.
See: http://www.silvermakersmarks.co.uk/Make ... -RB.html#R&
Trev.
We don't know who they are, or were, at the moment, but they appear to be likely ecclesiastical workers who were registered with the Birmingham Assay Office.
See: http://www.silvermakersmarks.co.uk/Make ... -RB.html#R&
Trev.
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Re: Origin of communion chalice
Thanks Trev, I never even thought to look at Birmingham makers, I wonder why there are no assay marks.
Martin
Martin
Re: Origin of communion chalice
If I understand the law correctly, if an item was specifically made to order, and not offered for sale in the UK, then hallmarking is not a requirement.
Trev.
Trev.
Re: Origin of communion chalice
To be compared with WW I sweetheart British Army regimental and services badges,seldom fully hallmarked, most often only ``sterling``. But probably many of them were made overseas in Canada,Australia...If I understand the law correctly, if an item was specifically made to order, and not offered for sale in the UK, then hallmarking is not a requirement.
Trev.
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