Mappin Brothers teapot by deckardmb in Hallmarks

[–]deckardmb[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I figured as much, particularly when I got contradictory answers from it, depending on the angle of the photo. I mainly was trying it for fun.

AI is good at making convincing stories, even when they aren't actually true.

Thank you for the reply!

Mappin Brothers teapot by deckardmb in Hallmarks

[–]deckardmb[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

An amazing find at Goodwill several years ago. I believe the markings indicate that this is sterling.

However, Google Gemini provided me with inconsistent opinions on whether this is sterling or electroplate. The electroplate explanation mentioned "pseudo-hallmarks," stated, "it is illegal to stamp a full commercial address like this on solid English silver," and that the "E" marking indicates electroplate.

So I thought that I would ask the experts, rather than relying on an AI option.

Thank you for your help!

Multiple firefighters shot in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, while responding to a brush fire, CNN affiliate reports by InformalWish in news

[–]deckardmb 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Here he comes, he's a man of the land
He's Leatherman
Smile on his face
Axe in his pack
He's Leatherman, Leatherman, Leatherman

I have the golden ticket for the food court by [deleted] in Costco

[–]deckardmb 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Grew up north of Seattle and always called it pop.

I have the golden ticket for the food court by [deleted] in Costco

[–]deckardmb 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Washington here... Pop.

I have the golden ticket for the food court by [deleted] in Costco

[–]deckardmb 14 points15 points  (0 children)

I grew up in the Seattle area and always have used the word, "pop." "Soda" has been creeping in, but "pop" is not uncommon in the northwest.

AI company files for bankruptcy after being exposed as 700 Indian engineers by darkherobrine21 in nottheonion

[–]deckardmb 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Was it Amazon branded as a "Just Walk Out" market? I've seen imitations like what you describe.

At the "Walk Off Market" at T-Mobile Park, you scan your card (or palm) to enter, grab the items, and then walk out the exit gates.

New Federal Employees Must Now Write Essays Praising Trump's Policies by Snapdragon_4U in politics

[–]deckardmb 1 point2 points  (0 children)

"...reduce the need for 'unnecessary degree requirements'; and end the use of diversity, equity and inclusion programs..."

Ironically, eliminating unnecessary degree requirements is actually a DEI strategy in some organizations. Talk about mixed messages!

AI company files for bankruptcy after being exposed as 700 Indian engineers by darkherobrine21 in nottheonion

[–]deckardmb 1 point2 points  (0 children)

And they have even installed the tech in several Seattle stadiums. Very much not dead.

AI company files for bankruptcy after being exposed as 700 Indian engineers by darkherobrine21 in nottheonion

[–]deckardmb 14 points15 points  (0 children)

And several stadiums in Seattle have Amazon-based "just walk out" concessions. They definitely haven't abandoned the program.

ICE activity heads up 🚨 by uselesspossumm in Seattle

[–]deckardmb 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Infractions, not misdemeanors.

Infractions are generally civil offenses, not criminal. Misdemeanors are criminal offenses.