Mystery piece, pipe rack/stand? Unknown marks

[richst]

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What do you think it is?

Same hallmark stamped twice.

Thanks, Rich

[oel]

Hi Rich,

Yes, to me it does look like a pipe rack, with a pipe comfort on top. There was probably a copper insert in it where the glowing charcoals were placed. With two thumb rests to easily pass it between the gentlemen at the table.
The master's mark looks to me like a P or an R in a cartouche, next to it a crowned O.
Have you tested it for solid silver?

Peter.

[amena]

I would think of an item to offer cigars to guests, given the two handles.
I agree with Peter, better to test the metal.
Regards
Amena

[richst]

Have not tested it. Out of acid, can you recommend where to buy acid that is reliable and cheap?

[oel]

Instead of buying acid, I recommend to have it tested by a jewellery or a pawnshop.

Peter.

[admin]

To my eye, the piece appears to be an antique handmade solid silver piece, my gut says Spanish Colonial, South or Central American. That said, keep in mind that my gut is not always reliable and my eye is out of practice.
Regards, Tom

[richst]

closeup of mark

[richst]

I just tested the silver and it came out as roughly coin silver. I would love to find out if someone can ID the mark, Perhaps in a different forum. Any suggestions? Thanks

And thanks to everyone for their input.

Rich

[oel]

Hi Rich, we moved you to other European countries and South America . Let us hope someone will know more.

Peter.

[richst]

Thanks, Peter. Is it possible to remove the SP from the title so people don't ignore it?

[richst]

Thanks, Peter