{"product_id":"english-silver-hall-marks-by-judith-banister","title":"English Silver Hall-marks by Judith Banister","description":"\u003ci\u003eFree shipping within Australia\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis comprehensive guide explores the fascinating world of English, Scottish, and Irish silver, gold, platinum, and Sheffield plate hall-marks. Starting from circa 1554, it offers a portable reference for collectors and dealers alike, allowing for easy identification of assay office marks and makers' marks.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book features a wide range of maker's marks from 1697 to 1900, drawn from the Goldsmiths' Company in London’s records, making it an accurate resource. You'll also find details of monarchs reigning during each hall-marking cycle and insights into the history of hall-marking, from its origins as a form of consumer protection to its evolution over the centuries. The guide covers the marks of origin on Scottish and Irish silver, gold, platinum, and even Sheffield plate. It provides a rich and detailed overview of British hall-marking, essential for anyone interested in antique silver and gold.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUsed (good, see images, minor cover wear)\u003cbr\u003eSoftcover\u003cbr\u003eISBN 0572011814","brand":"Blue Pigeon Goods","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46337640300694,"sku":"G2_RM833F87VSQS","price":19.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/5189\/4422\/files\/2218_d552d084-8158-40ed-883c-66fafcafe6fb.jpg?v=1775974466","url":"https:\/\/bluepigeongoods.com\/products\/english-silver-hall-marks-by-judith-banister","provider":"Blue Pigeon Goods Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}