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About Michelle Lieberman
Expertise
My expertise is in the area of American sterling silver and coin silver flatware and holloware, including identifying silversmiths and makers, types and patterns of flatware and their usage. I am unable to answer questions pertaining to silverplate or foreign silver.

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With over 25 years experience in selling vintage silver, I now devote much of my time educating others in this field.

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BA California State University Los Angeles

 
   

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Expert: Michelle Lieberman - 8/10/2009

Question
I recently purchased an "antique" silver serving set that has no other markings than the quality of the silver 950 on the bottom of each piece. Curious as to who the maker might be...

Answer
Hello Carrier.

Without a maker's mark, it's going to be impossible to ascertain the maker.  

I am also inclined to think your set is not American made.  While a 950 grade of silver is occasionally used in the U.S., it is rare; doubly rare without a maker's mark.  It's probably from a country where a 950 grade is more commonly used.

Regards,
Michelle

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