I have a key ring and fob marked Asprey JG&S Hi thank you for writing in with the following hallmark question:
"The clip which holds the ring is also marked:
JG&S , a picture of a crown, figures 375, an anchor on its side, and the letter N
whilst the fob is marked:
JG&S , a picture of a crown, figures 375, an anchor on its side, and the letter M
Can you tell me when it was made, and why the marks should differ"
Perhaps a latter addition.
JG&S GRINSELL & SONS (Sterling & Silverplated wares, Watches & Clocks, Birmingham & London, UK) - ca 1871 - 1903
However there is a dot between J G.
So I don't think this is a British Maker's Mark...
could you please attach three photos and send to the following email address: yvonnehammoudaATmacDOTcom
One photo should be the actual marks
The second that of the entire item, and
The third that of a larger area surrounding the mark
Also any information in relation to the following:
1. When and how acquired, for example: inherited from grandma 10 years ago when she was in her 80s OR purchased at a Flea Market or Auction 6 years ago OR picked it up at a Garage Sale from a French family 2 years ago etc
2. Any related family history that may help in focusing our research to a particular Period or Region, for example: I remember seeing it at my grandma's house since I was a little child while still in Virginia OR my grandma brought it with her from Germany in the 1950s OR my husband found it at a Flea Market in Oregon 20 years ago etc
3. Any other information you may have already discovered and any other details that will help.
