Miller's Silver and Sheffield Plate Marks : Including a Guide to Makers and Styles

Bly, John

ISBN 10: 1845333489 / ISBN 13: 9781845333485

Published by Octopus Publishing Group, 2007

Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # GRP80451043

Synopsis:

Thanks to the unique hallmarking system, it is possible to tell when, where, by whom, and with what quality of metal most pieces of silver and Sheffield plate were made. This compact, pocket-sized guide from Miller's shows how to decipher this system, and to read the history behind the marks. A full introduction explains how to understand the marks and distinguish between silver, plate, and electroplate, followed by a look at all the marks of the major British, Irish, and American assay guilds. The pages are packed with lists of key manufacturers, designers, and patterns, and are supported by detailed glossaries. Full color photographs throughout of sample silverware and marks help to date and authenticate pieces.

About the Author: John Bly, fourth generation in his family antiques business, is well known for his regular appearances on the BBC TV program Antiques Roadshow over the past twenty-five years, and for his own ITV program Heirloom. He is the author and editor of many books including Miller's Is It Genuine? and John Bly's Antiques Masterclass. John Bly is Past-Chairman of the British Antique Dealers' Association, a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts and a Liveryman of the Worshipful Company of Goldsmiths.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Miller's Silver and Sheffield Plate Marks : ...
Publisher: Octopus Publishing Group
Publication Date: 2007
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: Very Good