Vintage May be older William Hutton & sons silver plate turrine or warmer serving dish Hallmarks but unfortunately I can't find a date letter etc there is a number 87940? And 13111? And other marks more research required
Some minor age related wear 21 cm round 10 cm tall
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The hallmark "W H & S" on silver or silver-plated items typically stands for William Hutton & Sons, a prominent Sheffield and London silversmith and plater. This mark was used to identify their wares, with different variations and accompanying marks (such as those for quality or date) appearing on their sterling silver and silver-plated products. The presence of a lion passant would indicate genuine sterling silver, while its absence often suggests silverplate.
Key details about William Hutton & Sons:
History:
The firm began in Birmingham in 1800 and later moved to Sheffield in 1832, becoming a major manufacturer and plater. The company evolved over time, eventually becoming William Hutton & Sons Ltd in 1893.
Products:
They produced both sterling silver and electroplated items, including silver-plated tableware.
पहचान mark:
The "W H & S" is the maker's mark, a combination of the initials of William Hutton & Sons.
Silver vs. Silverplate:
Sterling Silver: If the item is true sterling silver (925 parts per 1,000) and is British, it will also bear a lion passant mark.
Silverplate: Items marked "W H & S" that do not have a lion passant are likely silverplate. Other marks, such as "MP A1" or "MP A1 quality," can also indicate silver-plated goods from this maker, with "MP" signifying Britannia Metal and "A1" denoting a high quality of plating.