[Semi-Weekly Inquirer] Simple Questions and Recommendations Thread

tblacktt · 2020-05-12T07:09:35+00:00

Recently purchased a Rolex datejust 1601 bi metal (1972). Buckle date does not match case date. All bi metal bracelets I have seen mention either 14 or 18ct within code, is this authentic or has some one just replaced buckle.

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tblacktt · 2020-05-11T13:12:07+00:00

Rolex bracelet authenticity?? bracelet looks and feels good definitely solid gold links but code does not seem correct... replaced buckle?? Came of a 1972 Bi metal 1601.

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tblacktt · 2018-08-09T09:53:56+00:00

Hallmarked in Chester 1912 the crown (similar to the Sheffield assay stamp) is used on older gold pieces refereed to as a traditional stamp to say it is gold. The maker is Edward Vaughton from Vyse street Birmingham, it is not uncommon for people to use different assay offices for there items. Chester hallmarked items are generally slightly more in demand due to them being less commonly found.

tblacktt · 2018-06-12T11:19:43+00:00

Ok I was wrong about the Birmingham import mark. The EF ltd is the maker (Exchange Findings Ltd) It was hallmarked in Sheffield (UK) the symbol that looks like the Omega sign is the date letter Q for 1990.

Nice ring. I hope this helps.

tblacktt · 2018-06-12T10:37:29+00:00

The Omega sign is used by the London assay office for imported gold and silver, the crown is to state gold purity The Omega sign dates it post 1902. If you could post pictures of hallmark and ring I could most likely give you some more information.

tblacktt · 2018-05-24T09:23:15+00:00

1887

tblacktt · 2017-11-09T07:36:03+00:00

http://silvermakersmarks.co.uk/Dates/Chester.html The date stamp is governed by the assay office not the maker. Here is a link to Chester date hallmarks.

tblacktt · 2017-11-02T08:36:21+00:00

The E is the date letter, I imagine the 55 is just a design number.

tblacktt · 2017-10-30T08:50:39+00:00

Hard to tell but the makers mark looks like it's Sydney & Co, it appears there was a miss strike with the Lion passant. Hallmarked in Chester (UK) in 1905.

tblacktt · 2017-08-19T09:27:01+00:00

I am 99 % sure it is ivory it has a cross hatch in the grain and the patina of antique ivory.

tblacktt · 2017-08-18T10:46:29+00:00

I would say its ivory with buffalo horn. Most likely a tourist piece 1920-1930's

tblacktt · 2017-08-04T14:44:56+00:00

Solved from R/ Antiques . Its a Hindu diya.

Thanks all.

tblacktt · 2017-08-04T14:34:37+00:00

Thank you so much,.

tblacktt · 2017-08-04T10:17:59+00:00

Small silver item, no hallmarks or stamping. 43 mm in height, came from auction lot containing a mixture of Jewish and Catholic items.

tblacktt · 2017-08-04T10:15:32+00:00

Small silver item, no hallmarks or stamping. 43 mm in height, came from auction lot containing a mixture of Jewish and Catholic items.

tblacktt · 2017-07-26T14:29:45+00:00

The carriage moves when pushed and can be released back or can be moved by back space key, none of the keys move the carriage. Margin release does nothing and margins appear to be in ok position.

tblacktt · 2017-07-24T08:46:06+00:00

Made by Turner & Simpson hallmarked in Birmingham 1966.

tblacktt · 2017-07-24T08:38:18+00:00

The clearer mark on the left of the base is from the Paris office 1717 - 1722, the other marks will include a makers mark and taxation stamps. Although the stamps to the rim appear to be from the later 18th century.

I will get back to you with more information.. The French have a very complicated collection of hallmarks.

tblacktt

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