Phyllis Tucker Antiques in Houston, Texas sells antique sterling silver flatware and hollowware. We emphasize design, rarity, and quality of craftsmanship in choosing our merchandise, which ranges from the 18th through the 20th centuries.
We have a special interest in Texas-made coin silver and silver with Texas associations. Collectors with diverse interests can rely on us for interesting, high quality silver. We appraise silver for estates or for insurance, and are available for consultation. If you are in Houston, please come visit our shop at 2919 Ferndale, in the Upper Kirby District.
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Hallmarks were introduced to protect the public from fakes, to ensure taxes were collected, and most importantly to ensure the purity of the silver (925 parts silver to 75 parts copper) from which coins were made until 1921.
Why were hallmarks introduced on English Sterling Silver?
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