I am looking for a source book Ideally it would be an in person transaction for example something that Id's the makers stamp I am a neophyte at the silverware buying thing but it looks interesting I can scratch the shopping itch and acquire more silver at the same time feedback appreciated thanks
Sounds like you mean hallmarking... I've seen antique dealers with a pocketsize booklet of all hallmarks Plenty of books in libraries on the topic There's at least one forum too There is a link to flatware hallmarking in the useful websies sticky in the precious metals subsection of this site
I have seen the book that you are after in my local library in Brisbane ( Browns Plains branch ) which has a photo and description of all major 'hallmarks' used in silverware. so its out there... if this helps
