Unknown Pair of Forks

[dognose]

Hi,

I've been sent these images of a pair of forks by a friend for identification:








B.W.R. - 10 - Cross - a

The maker's mark is B.W.R and it is unknown if these forks are silver or silver plated.

Any thoughts appreciated.

Trev.

[Theoderich]

it is Zwolle (Dutsch)

[dognose]

Hi Theo,

Many thanks for this information. I'll move it to the Dutch section.

Trev.

[oel]

Hi Trev,

Yes Dutch, period Kingdom of Holland 1807-1812 (French occupation), 10 Penningen or 833/1000 fineness, office mark the Greek cross for the assay office of Zutphen, date letter a used Juli 1807- February 1809. Maker's mark B.W.R for; Bernardus Warnerus. (van) Roessing(h), city of Zutphen, age in 1807 51 years. Registered 1787- around 1843.
For the (hall)marks see:
http://www.925-1000.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=5&t=32028
NB Zwolle assay office (1807-1812) used Latin or Roman cross.
Best,

Peter

[dognose]

Hi Oel,

That's excellent, thank you. I'll pass the information on.

Trev.