Identify goldsmith PB VD

[madej]

Please identify the French goldsmith ,one cup is marked PB another VD. Click the the photo for better resolution.

[JayT]

PB is Pierre Bezon, manufacturing silversmith in Paris at 13 rue Portefoin and 72 rue des Archives. Symbol a cogwheel (une roue d'engrenage). Registered mark on 25 April 1913; no date given for cessation of activity.

VD is Vaneste & Delettrez, manufacturing jewelers in Paris at 27 rue du Vert-Bois. Symbol a winnow (un van). Dates are 12 May 1883 until 18 January 1888.

Source for both : French Ministry of Culture website.

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In addition, may I respectfully request as a courtesy to those who help you do your research that clear images of all marks be imbedded in your posting. Most members here do not click on links.

[Zilver2]

PB = Pierre Bezon
Manufacturer silversmith
13 rue Portefoin, Paris
72 rue des Archives, Paris
N° de garantie : C2125
N° de préfecture : 14391
Symbol : a sprocket wheel (une roue d’engrenage)
Mark entered 25 April 1913

VB = Vaneste & Delettrez
Manufacturer jeweller
27 rue du Vert-Bois, Paris
N° de garantie : A9592
N° de préfecture : 9927
Symbol : a sieve (un van)
Actif from 12 May 1883 till 18 January 1888
Hope this helps.

[madej]

Thanks guys:)

[JayT]

You're welcome.
JayT