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Re: Antique Silver Tea Set
The "Rd." number is a British Design registry mark , a type of patent giving three years protection from copying that indicates the design of this set dates to 1897-1900. The other markings indicate this set is Sterling silver, but are almost too worn to read. From what I can see the set appears to have been made in Glasgow, Scotland, the letter "D" is a date mark for 1900, the "F.S" stamp is for the marker, John Alexander Fettes. A set like this by Fettes would go for $1200.00- $1500.00 at auction.
Re: Antique Silver Tea Set
Hi
I added a new picture with the hopes that the marking would be more visible. Hope it helps.
thank you