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Silver Watch Hallmarks
Posted: Sat Mar 10, 2007 7:02 pm
by jon6398
I would like some help in identifying the hallmarks. It has been suggested to me that the "GS" may be a makers mark for "George Smith". Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Regards
Jon
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Posted: Sat Mar 10, 2007 7:36 pm
by 2209patrick
The mark with sort of a horseshoe in it is a London import mark used since 1906. The London date letter "T" looks like 1914 to me.
I believe the GS mark was used by the British importer George Stockwell. He was in business at least as early as 1907.
Regards,
Pat.
Posted: Sun Mar 11, 2007 5:27 am
by jon6398
2209patrick
Thankyou very much. That is exteremely helpful.
I have one very simple question, is the "925" mark sterling silver.
Regards
Jon.
Posted: Sun Mar 11, 2007 5:52 am
by Hose_dk
That is easy to answer - yes.
925 is corresponding to sterling.
Posted: Sun Mar 11, 2007 1:48 pm
by jon6398
Many thanks for your help. The watch is currently not working. Knowing about its history will make restoring it more enjoyable.
Regards
Jon