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Thank you for your insights, Oel. I thought the anchor looked too ornate for a Birmingham mark. That, combined with the fact that the lion is facing the wrong direction had me stumped as to where to look next. (Plus, I'm completely new to this silver thang.) Thanks so much for giving me a direction ...

Hello, I've been trying to identify the maker and age of what appears to be a cigarette box. Its lion and anchor marks have had me looking for British and US makers. However, the lack of a sovereign mark has me boggled, as does the mysterious serpent-like "S" stamp. Additionally, though it...

Thanks for your understanding. I'll try to do better on my next post, I promise!

Yes, Trev:
I've frantically been trying to delete this post because I got the hallmarks on two pieces confused (in my befuddle forum newbie head). The marks shown are the correct marks. Duh! (I cannot find the "edit" or delete link for this post as mentioned in FAQ.)

Hello, After 6 months spent trying identify this piece, I'm turning to The Experts for help: This nut(?) box appears to be in the Hanau Antique Style, however, its lion and anchor marks first sent me looking at British and US makers. Gorham & Co. ("GC") was an obvious starting point, b...