Extra Letters/Symbols Gorham Sterling Spoon Marguerite Cut

[igf]

Hello Silver Gurus!

I have been on the site many times and have finally worked up
the courage to post a message. It took me about 2 months to
find and ID the hallmark on these Gorham sterling spoons and
another month or so to identify the pattern.

Now I am wondering what the 'S' to the left of the mark and the
calligraphy 'M' or symbol to the right of the mark signify. Hoping
someone here can enlighten me. :)

The pattern is Engraved Marguerite. The spoons are 8 & 3/8th's
inches long - tablespoons.

Here is the mark:




LARGE picture, close-up of pattern - CLICK HERE.


LARGE picture of spoon - CLICK HERE.

If anyone can tell me what the 'S' and the 'M'/symbol mean, I would
appreciate it very much.

Also, is this engraved pattern considered "brite cut"?

Am I correct in my iterpretation, that this hallmark was used
approximately 1870's - 1900?

Thankyou so much for taking the time to look at my post and
help if you can.

[emaliek]

Yes, it is a bright cut pattern. I have wondered about the letter marks also. I have a small group of the pattern. I thought it may depict the type of piece. The large serving spoons have and S, the soup/dessert spoons have a T, the luncheon/dessert forks have an L. However, the teaspoons have either an H or S, which blows that theory.
Angela

[admin]

As the engraving was handwork, may be the engraver's mark, used in house for quality control or pay tally.

Regards, Tom