British hallmarks?
British hallmarks?
I am a little stumped on this one cant tell if it is British Chinese or Canadian. Seems like the lion rampant is facing wrong. Any info would be appreciated. Thank you.
Re: British hallmarks?
Hi Needy,
It's South African and dates to the 1950's-1960's era.
The name of the maker is unknown to me, but his mark represents a lad by the name of Dick King who rode from Durban to Grahamstown to carry the message that Durban was being attacked by the Boers, he's a South African legend. The 'STG' indicates sterling and this is confirmed by the national mark of the springbok head. Other letters have been noted, so perhaps the 'Z' is a date letter.
Trev.
It's South African and dates to the 1950's-1960's era.
The name of the maker is unknown to me, but his mark represents a lad by the name of Dick King who rode from Durban to Grahamstown to carry the message that Durban was being attacked by the Boers, he's a South African legend. The 'STG' indicates sterling and this is confirmed by the national mark of the springbok head. Other letters have been noted, so perhaps the 'Z' is a date letter.
Trev.
Re: British hallmarks?
Thanks Trev,
Somehow I just knew you would have knowledge of this hallmark. Again thanks. John
Somehow I just knew you would have knowledge of this hallmark. Again thanks. John