Help with marks on this Silver Electroplate 'Cheese Scoop'

iamecks · Post by **iamecks** » Sat Jun 25, 2005 1:48 pm

Hello, just wondering if anyone could help me with these hallmarks on what i 'think' is a cheese scoop or condiment spoon.

I've done a little research and i think its by JR Gaunt and Son because of the 'JR', '&' and 'S' and its Electroplate because of the 'EP', don't know how old it is or what the rest of the marks (Crown in a shield or capital 'A') mean though.

Anyone got any ideas?

Thanks in advance and kind regards,

James Hill.

nikita2 · Post by **nikita2** » Thu Jun 30, 2005 6:37 am

The "AR & S" stand for Joseph Rodgers and Sons Ltd. The crown would be Sheffield. I am not sure about the "A". The item is silverplated.

"Starting life in 1724 (although other sources suggest 1682), Joseph Rodgers & Sons are one of the longest established cutlery companies in Sheffield. They were granted the Royal warrant in 1821 by George IV, this accolade continuing through the reign of Queen Victoria and they proudly display their "by appointment" on knife blades. They produced a large amount of silver and plated flatware, but are particularly well known for the fine quality of their knives and carving sets.

Joseph Rodgers & Sons were taken over in 1975, but their name and trademarks are still used."

iamecks · Post by **iamecks** » Thu Jun 30, 2005 9:05 am

excellent, thankyou kindly.

James.