I found some old (and very dirty, apologies) fish knives and forks in my late mum’s things. I cannot identify the hallmark. Can anyone help?
Thank you.
Thank you.
The photo is of poor quality, illegible… I increasingly wonder how it is possible that in the face of technological progress and possession of miraculous tools, we humans, as a somewhat intelligent species, so often choose the path of least resistance.
HB&H is Harrison Brothers & Howson of Sheffield. This is not a silver mark, so not technically a hallmark - it may be electroplate or a base metal alloy.
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It’s not actually a hallmark. In the U.K., hallmarks are for sterling items only, and this doesn’t even resemble one. The term “hallmark” derives from the old guild halls. Today, they’re applied only by the official assay offices.
So, it’s silverplate of some description, but without a better photo, it’s difficult to identify the maker. It appears to something, B&, something again. The star will mean nothing - it’s just a logo that the maker fancied at the time.
ETA: Phil has a positive knack for reading blurry gothic lettering. Very impressive. 
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Many thanks. Many thanks.
Possible when one is deep in grief when one’s beloved mother has died. Hope your snarky comment makes you feel like a macho man.
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My sincere condolences.
I’m not a macho man and I don’t have to do anything to be one. I’m a former soldier.
I wore the green beret with pride. Now I have time to devote myself to my beloved passions and help people. If my comment offended you - I apologize. War and human suffering change the psyche.
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