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verwald Posts: 27 Registered: May 2001	posted 02-05-2008 09:31 PM I have a silver bowl that has the English Hallmarks and is also marked Birks, Sterling on the bottom. Isn't Birks a Canadian company? Why would it have both marks? Also, would anyone know what the English hallmark stands for? IP: Logged
PhilO Posts: 166 Registered: Jul 2004	posted 02-06-2008 02:43 AM John Turton & Co, Sheffield 1924. I have seen several items with both English hallmarks and Birks' mark. It seems that Birks imported English silver for resale. I seem to recall seeing one piece marked "Made in England for Birks", but I can't remember any details. Phil IP: Logged
Kayvee Posts: 204 Registered: Oct 2004	posted 02-06-2008 08:21 AM A search of the Forums will yield information about the Canadian company Birks. You could also check their website for a history of the firm and its long connection with England. IP: Logged

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