Maker's Marks
Maker’s Marks are tiny symbols, words, or initials found on jewelry, accessories, objets de vertu, flatware, and other small items that can identify the maker of the piece. Search using our “Search Marks” bar or our three pick lists below (Alpha, Symbol, and, Country). Alternatively, you can just scroll through the marks displayed below to read more about the makers behind these miniature identification clues found on our most precious possessions.
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Solving the intriguing riddle posed by the marks stamped onto a piece of jewelry involves the use of a variety of skills and a wealth of knowledge. At its most...
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Maker’s marks are the initials or name of the manufacturing firm or other representative symbol stamped into a gold, silver or platinum item. Also called ‘Trademarks,’ they often provide the only evidence that a certain...