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 Mystery mark on German 800 flatware
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tvlampboy@aol.com unregistered |
posted 06-24-2001 09:55 AM
 
[01-0389] Hi: I need help identifying a German silver flatware mark. I recently bought a set of 800 flatware and would like to upload the pics; however, I cannot do so because my pic is not in .jpg form. Each piece bears the crown and crescent Reichsmark, and the knife blades are are Henckels (clearly marked). Please write if you think that you can help so that I can e-mail you a pic of the maker's mark itself. I would also like to subscribe to this forum. How do I do this? Thanks! IP: Logged |
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Scott Martin Forum Master Posts: 11520 |
posted 06-24-2001 04:19 PM
You may e-mail me your image and I will post it for you. info@smpub.com Registered users have access to more forum features. You can register by clicking on the register link above (right below the Post New Topic button) or you may click here. IP: Logged |
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Scott Martin Forum Master Posts: 11520 |
posted 06-26-2001 10:35 AM
Here's the photo:  IP: Logged |
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Brent Posts: 1507 |
posted 07-07-2001 09:24 AM
It looks like the mark of Koch & Bergfeld, of Bremen. They were founded in 1829, and made silver at least until well into the 20th century. I do not know if they are still in business. Brent IP: Logged |
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Martine Posts: 55 |
posted 07-07-2001 09:26 AM
Dear Matt, The mark is that of Koch & Bergfeld of Bremen, Germany. The firm was founded in 1829. IP: Logged |
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Willie Posts: 14 |
posted 07-09-2001 04:06 AM
May I ask you both what reference book you use for German, and other Continental, makers. Regards, Willie IP: Logged |
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Martine Posts: 55 |
posted 07-12-2001 12:05 AM
I imagine that Brent and I used the same book. Identifying European makers is a little hit or miss. When travelling overseas, most of the dealers over there don't seem to know or care about the numerous lesser makers. I used the Art Nouveau Art Deco Silver book by Krekel-Aalberse. It's listed on this site's book list. For the traditional standard patterns like your beaded flatware, the maker doesn't make much difference except for precise pattern matching. IP: Logged |
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Willie Posts: 14 |
posted 07-13-2001 04:10 AM
Thanks Martine. Silly me, I have a copy of that book and had not thought to look there. Willie IP: Logged |
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