1748 dated silver jar

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Posted by Sigita Slavinskaite
14 years ago
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A silver jar, dated 1748, with a family coat of arms inside, some other outside. You can see written "95%" on the bottom of the jar, we suggest it means 95% of silver. Photo of the jar speaks of itself. 
Category Silver and Silver Overlay
Medium Silver
Condition Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item ~20cm height, ~500g weight
Date Period 1748
History We've got it as a present from one German Collector (living in Frankfurt). It is family thing, taken from the house of famous doctor.
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tommysnare 🌱 Newbie 14 years ago

 looks to be pewter. u should have it tested,or, look for a lion hallmark on it anywhere,which is a mark for sterling. i believe the 1748 is not the yr. it could be a founding yr of the maker,some companies do that. just some thoughts to look into but please dont holdfast to my words. just some things ive learned. best wishes.

 
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Lovejoy 🎯 Collector 14 years ago

It's pewter, the older examples will have what's called a "touchmark" that can indicate a maker and quality of the pewter. The 95% marking is an indicator that the pewter used to make it is higher quality , being only 5% lead.

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