Incredible Piece- Desperate for help on maker and date!

[ColVen]

I've had this piece for about 3 years now and have been searching for anyone who can identify its mark, Maker and Apx Date. So far no one has been able to help. I believe it is an English piece possibly 18th century. It tested as solid silver with super high quality custom paste stones and seems to be made with a lot of care in detail. It seems to have 2 marks. Both are very small. One is clear under a strong zoom. The other one is still unclear. Can anyone help me in identifying the maker and date to this buckle or lead me in the right direction? Thank you
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[admin]

Hi,
Glad to point you in the right direction.
Were it British, it would have marks resembling the ones found here -> 925-1000.com ~ British Hallmarks
But it is French, so give a look to the marks here -> 925-1000.com ~ French Hallmarks
Hopefully someone will identify your maker.

Regards, Tom

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[ColVen]

Hi Tom, Wow that was quick!!! You've already solved part of the mystery!! No doubt French!! The mark I thought was unclear turns out to be a Boars head for the Guarantee mark!! Outstanding.... After reviewing the French hallmarks on your site, I noticed at the bottom right of the page, you show a mark with a boars head. The makers mark with it is not exact but very very close to mine. That may help someone put a name to this Great piece!! Thanks again!!!!!!

[blakstone]

I believe the maker is jeweler Auguste Besson of Paris whose mark - "AB" with an open hand - was registered on 13 May 1881.