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What does AAA mean on silverware?

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What does AAA mean on silverware?

Bad Marks- AAA, triple plate, EPNS, IS, silver plate, copper, pewter. Marks that might mean its sterling or lower purity silver- Lions, 800, 900, no markings at all. If your pieces are marked with either the good or bad marks, then you need to go no further.

What does A1 mean on silverware?

A1 and AA: These discreet markings indicate the number of ounces of pure silver used in the plating. There’s two ounces per gross of teaspoons for A1, and three ounces for AA.

Is Epns A1 worth anything?

A1 means “superior quality”. Your silver plated fish knife, if it is in excellent condition, has a current retail (replacement or insurance) value of approximately GBP 8. If you were to sell it, you could expect to get the fair market (private sale or auction) value of approximately 40% of the retail amount.

What does AI mean on a silver spoon?

A1 (or AI)= Superior Quality = 32 grams on 12 pieces = 2 2/3 grams per table spoon or table fork.

What does AAA mean in a ring?

Natural AAA gemstones are the top 20%-30% of gemstones in terms of quality. They are Medium green and moderately included. They are comparable to that used by leading independent/family jewelers. Natural AA.

How do I know my flatware pattern?

Study the pattern or stamp on the end of your flatware. Examine the bottom end of your utensils to find for any unique patterns, stamps or engravings. If your utensil is more minimalistic, you might notice a curved or straight edge along the base.

Is 1881 Rogers A1 real silver?

Most 1881 Rogers patterns will have a backstamp of “1881 Rogers A1.” This mark indicates the pieces are silverplate. The A1 designation means that plating a gross of teaspoons took 2 ounces of silver.

Is Epns cutlery valuable?

If you have a piece marked EPNS that is not antique, it has no monetary value, but save it if you can use it. If it’s damaged, toss it in the trash.

How do you remove tarnish from Epns?

  1. Plug the sink and fill it with warm water.
  2. Add mild dish soap and wash the EPNS cutlery or utensils thoroughly.
  3. Run the EPNS through warm water to wash off the soap residue.
  4. Take the utensils or cutlery and dry them with paper towels or soft cloth kitchen towels.
  5. Drain the soapy water from the sink.

What does M on jewelry mean?

Maker’s marks are the initials or name of the manufacturing firm or other representative symbol stamped into a gold, silver or platinum item. Also called ‘Trademarks,’ they often provide the only evidence that a certain piece of jewelry has indeed been manufactured by a certain jewelry maker.