Where was this made?
Where was this made?
I can't identify this mark that is on a sterling enameled compact. Are there marks missing to identify the origins ?
Thanks in advance for any assistance.
Re: Where was this made?
Hi Maggie,
The marks shown are London import marks for 1925.
The only clue for the origin of your piece, is the importer, George Stockwell. Stockwell was most known for importing silverware from France, Denmark, and Austria. An image of the whole item may help someone cast some light on the country of origin.
Trev.
The marks shown are London import marks for 1925.
The only clue for the origin of your piece, is the importer, George Stockwell. Stockwell was most known for importing silverware from France, Denmark, and Austria. An image of the whole item may help someone cast some light on the country of origin.
Trev.
Re: Where was this made?
Many thanks for the response Trev. The U in the oval , what does that signify? That on really through me for a loop!
I have attached a photo for the enameled compact. No other marks can be seen.
Re: Where was this made?
Hi Maggie,
The 'U' in an oval; London import mark (astrological symbol of Leo)used 1906-1998.
Oel.
The 'U' in an oval; London import mark (astrological symbol of Leo)used 1906-1998.
Oel.
Re: Where was this made?
George Stockwell was also a major importer of sterling-cased Swiss watches in the 1910s and 1920s.
Switzerland might be a good candidate for the origin of this locket.
Regards
David
Switzerland might be a good candidate for the origin of this locket.
Regards
David
Re: Where was this made?
Got a feeling this was made in Denmark. The Danish silversmiths loved to enamel their work and compacts were a fairly common production piece.
Re: Where was this made?
You folks are great! Thank you for your knowledge! Love it when I learn somthing.