Hallmark Collection

Kilo bar of fine silver
3520418 Kilo bar of fine silver; (add.info.: Kilo bar of fine silver, marked with the hallmark of the Sheffield Assay Office, was traded in the international commodity markets)

Two spoon handles from London, c.1785 and Edinburgh, c.1848 (silver)
XZL151846 Two spoon handles from London, c.1785 and Edinburgh, c.1848 (silver); Private Collection

Scottish Widows Fund, 1938. Advertisement for the Scottish Widows insurance company

Women - Beauty Contest Most Beautiful Legs competition September 1947

London hallmarks on plate
6317638 London hallmarks on plate. by English School, (20th century); (add.info.: London hallmarks on plate. From The Business Encyclopaedia and Legal Adviser)

Marrow Scoop, 1827 / 47. Creator: Baldwin Gardiner
Marrow Scoop, 1827/47. Inscribed Tandem Vincitur

Christophe Plantins print mark, illustration from Works by Tacitus
XIR224675 Christophe Plantins print mark, illustration from Works by Tacitus, 1607 (engraving) (b/w photo) by Flemish School

Spoon, detail of the reverse, 1903 (silver)
3125584 Spoon, detail of the reverse, 1903 (silver) by Baker, Oliver (1856-1939); 19.7 cm; Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN, USA; eMinneapolis Institute of Art; The Modernism Collection

Makers mark of Samuel Johnson, Detail of the John Jay Freedom Box, 1784 (gold)
CH416535 Makers mark of Samuel Johnson, Detail of the John Jay Freedom Box, 1784 (gold) by American School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Proprietors 100 Year Season Ticket, Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, 1795 (silver)
2959911 Proprietors 100 Year Season Ticket, Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, 1795 (silver) by English School, (18th century); Timothy Millett Collection; English, out of copyright

William Caxtons (c. 1422 - c. 91) Print Mark, illustration from
XJF208337 William Caxtons (c.1422 - c.91) Print Mark, illustration from Science and Literature in the Middle Ages and Renaissance, written and engraved by Paul Lacroix

Vauxhall Gardens Entry Ticket, 1808 (silver)
2959938 Vauxhall Gardens Entry Ticket, 1808 (silver) by English School, (19th century); Timothy Millett Collection; English, out of copyright

Spoon, reverse, 1903 (silver)
3125583 Spoon, reverse, 1903 (silver) by Baker, Oliver (1856-1939); 19.7 cm; Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN, USA; eMinneapolis Institute of Art; The Modernism Collection

Char-Women holding their mops. February 1949

The final process in the hallmarking of gold. Birminghams Assay Office in Newhall Street, and it is there that the standard of wrought plate made in the city is tested before sale. 1st October 1931

Interior of Goldsmiths Hall, 1876, (1897). Creator: Unknown
Interior of Goldsmiths Hall, 1876, (1897). Goldsmiths Hall, headquarters of the Worshipful Company of Goldsmiths, one of the livery companies of the City of London

London hallmarks on plate. From The Business Encyclopaedia and Legal Adviser, published 1907

Pierre-Auguste Renoir Bather Drying Herself Baigneuses essuyant
Pierre-Auguste Renoir: Bather Drying Herself (Baigneuses essuyant), Pierre-Auguste Renoir, c. 1908, Oil on canvas, Renoir painted the female nude obsessively during the later part of his career

Silver hallmarks. Handle of a piece of silver cutlery showing assay marks and hallmarks. These symbols indicate the quality and origin of the piece

Platinum bars
516014 01/01/1993 Platinum bars stored at Gokhran, the State Precious Metals and Gems Repository of Russia. Yuriy Somov/RIA Novosti

Dry stamp of Adolphe Giraudon, A G, Recto and Verso, detail from the portrait of Leonce Benedite
XIR414725 Dry stamp of Adolphe Giraudon, A G, Recto and Verso, detail from the portrait of Leonce Benedite, 1899 (see also 414597) by Giraudon

Portrait of William Caxton (c. 1422-91) and his Printers Mark (woodcut)
XJF106648 Portrait of William Caxton (c.1422-91) and his Printers Mark (woodcut) by English School, (15th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Gold hallmarks, 1986
Gold hallmarks from 1986 on a gold object. A hallmark is an official mark made on an item of precious metal to guarantee the quality of the metal

Gold hallmarks, 1897
Gold hallmarks from 1897 on a gold medal. A hallmark is an official mark made on an item of precious metal to guarantee the quality of the metal

Silver hallmarks, 1814
Silver hallmarks from 1814 on the handle of a piece of silver cutlery. A hallmark is an official mark made on an item of precious metal to guarantee the quality of the metal

Silver hallmarks, 1831
Silver hallmarks from 1831 on the handle of a piece of silver cutlery. A hallmark is an official mark made on an item of precious metal to guarantee the quality of the metal

Gold bullion
Gold. A 250 gram bar of gold bullion. The purity mark on this states that it is 99.99% pure (999.9 parts in 1000). In 2007 the Russian Savings Bank (Sberbank)

Swiss silver bar weighing 5 grams

London Cheapside
The church of St Mary-le-Bow whose bells (destroyed by bombing 1941) are supposed to be the hallmark of a true London Cockney, born within their sound

St Mary-Le-Bow
The church of St Mary-le-Bow, Cheapside, which houses the famous Bow Bells, to be born within the sound of which is the hallmark of an authentic Cockney

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"Hallmark: A Glimpse into History and Elegance" Step back in time as we explore the fascinating world of "hallmark, " a term that goes beyond its association with the famous company. Delve into a collection of remarkable artifacts, each carrying their own unique stories and significance. Among these treasures is a ship's bell trophy proudly won in 1934 during an exhilarating motor yacht race. Its gleaming plaque serves as a testament to the skill and determination of those who triumphed on the open seas. A pewter plate adorned with London hallmarks transports us to another era, showcasing exquisite craftsmanship and attention to detail. These marks not only authenticate its origin but also connect us to centuries-old traditions passed down through generations. Intriguingly, we encounter an unexpected item—a beauty contest award from September 1947 celebrating the Most Beautiful Legs competition. This whimsical artifact reminds us of society's ever-evolving standards of beauty throughout history. The marrow scoop created by Baldwin Gardiner in 1827/47 takes us even further back in time. Crafted meticulously from pewter, this utensil offers insight into dining customs and culinary practices prevalent during that period. Moving onto print marks, Christophe Plantin's distinct mark found within works by Tacitus reveals his imprint on literature—an enduring symbol of his dedication to preserving knowledge for future generations. Samuel Johnson's maker's mark adorns a stunning gold John Jay Freedom Box from 1784—symbolic not only for its historical value but also as a reminder of our ongoing pursuit for freedom and equality. Imagine holding in your hands a silver spoon dating back to 1903—the intricate details etched delicately upon it tell tales of opulent feasts enjoyed by past generations while reminding us how everyday objects can become cherished heirlooms over time. The Theatre Royal Drury Lane presents yet another treasure—a silver Proprietors' 100 Year Season Ticket from 1795.