Question about Hallmark and number

[hlbrimhall]

This box was given to my grandmother. I believe the first stamp is the lion and the second the anchor, meaning it was made in Birmingham. Does anyone have a guess on the letter? I think it might be a G or a C 1826 or 1830? Also there is not a shield or some indentation around the anchor and lion as shown on the website. What does that mean? Also I was wondering if the 2 dots indented below the hallmarks and the number 280 meant anything. Was it a lot number from the manufacturer?

[hlbrimhall]

okay hope that worked

[user701]

Looks to be by Gorham (to me)

http://925-1000.com/Gorham_Date_Code.html

[hlbrimhall]

Thank you! I think you are right.

[user701]

Your welcome, glad I could help.