2,000 Antique Pewter Marks Makers Dates / Scarce Book

Description

This scarce out-of-print book is a definitive guide to antique pewter marks of the world including hallmarks, makers, locations, and dates when known.
PEWTER MARKS OF THE WORLD
by D. Stara, Hamlyn, NY, 1977.
This classic reference “has been compiled to enable collectors and dealers to trace the marks or ‘touches’ on pewter objects from about twenty countries.  Starting from the letters or symbols constituting the mark, the reader can quickly identify the country and town of origin, the date when the mark was used and often the individual maker.  The book illustrates and explains nearly 2,000 marks arranged under letters in alphabetical order, numerals, human figures, mammals, birds, plants, heavenly bodies, etc., so that any of the marks can be easily found.  The introduction describes the various systems in force in each country since the first known records.  There is also a Bibliography, for each country, to guide the reader who needs more detailed or specialist information.  With this mass of information in a an easy-to-sue arrangement, this handbook is a thoroughly practical guide for everyone who comes into contact with this beautiful metal.”
5” x 7.7” hardback with dust cover in very good condition (antique store's name stamped on side of book).  260 pages.
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