I'm always looking for silver in new places, and I came across this beautiful candelabra at a yard sale. It was mixed with some silverplated bowls and trays, and at first I thought it was plate as well until I saw the bottom. It's actually in fantastic condition, with no real dents or scratches that I can see...the tarnish just covers its beauty. The base seems to bethe only part that is weighted, but I'm not 100% sure. The rest of it is definitely hollow, without added weight, and it is quite heavy, it went over my small scale amount. It's 15"inches high! I'm not used to seeing such a large piece. Can anyone help me with a little more information?
1. Anyone seen this hallmark of a C in a star? (Or is it G?)
2. What age or era do you think this belongs to? Are they gargoyles at the top, does that indicate more of a edwardian period?
3. I think it will look much better if I polished it up, what do you think? If I was to sell it, what would people prefer? What is the easiest method? I have some cream, but are there antique/jewelry stores that will usually do this for you at a decent price? I'm sure there's a lot of pieces that it's better to leave the tarnish, but is this one of them?
Re: HUGE 925 Candelabra From Peru -Gargoyles?
I don't currently have anything on Peruvian hallmarks, I'll see what I can find out for you. In the mean time have it tested by a Jeweler for silver content.