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Need Help Identifying Gorham Marks

Posted: Wed Feb 20, 2013 9:01 am
by CarriageHouse
Hello fellow Forum members,

I am seeking help in information regarding this piece and its markings. I'm not overly familiar with Gorham's 4 mark/stamp pieces as usually I have only noticed Gorham pieces having 3 marks. I am guessing this is Silver Plated but any assistance in determining the year or further info on the marks/stamps would be greatly appreciated.

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I thank you in advance for your time and expertise.

Best,

MJ

Re: Need Help Identifying Gorham Marks

Posted: Wed Feb 20, 2013 11:02 am
by oel
Hi,

It reads EPNS in Gothic letters. EPNS for Electro Plated Nickel Silver.
Please see electroplating; http://www.925-1000.com/silverglossary2.html
and; http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Plating
and Nickel Silver; http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nickel_silver

Oel.