Hallmarks Collection

RMS Titanic - cigar case recovered by CS Mackay-Bennett
RMS Titanic - from inventory of items recovered from bodies by cable ship Mackay-Bennett - a silver cigar case of rectangular outline with rounded corners

RMS Titanic - gold stud recovered by CS Mackay-Bennett
RMS Titanic - from inventory of items recovered from bodies by cable ship Mackay-Bennett - a late Victorian 18 carat yellow gold round collar or dress stud

RMS Titanic - signet ring recovered by CS Mackay-Bennett
RMS Titanic - from inventory of items recovered from bodies by cable ship Mackay-Bennett - an 18 carat gold and small old-cut diamond solitaire band/signet ring, slightly tapering (1/4ins)

London hallmarks on plate
6317638 London hallmarks on plate. by English School, (20th century); (add.info.: London hallmarks on plate. From The Business Encyclopaedia and Legal Adviser)

Spoon, detail of the reverse, 1903 (silver)
3125584 Spoon, detail of the reverse, 1903 (silver) by Baker, Oliver (1856-1939); 19.7 cm; Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN, USA; eMinneapolis Institute of Art; The Modernism Collection

Proprietors 100 Year Season Ticket, Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, 1795 (silver)
2959911 Proprietors 100 Year Season Ticket, Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, 1795 (silver) by English School, (18th century); Timothy Millett Collection; English, out of copyright

Vauxhall Gardens Entry Ticket, 1808 (silver)
2959938 Vauxhall Gardens Entry Ticket, 1808 (silver) by English School, (19th century); Timothy Millett Collection; English, out of copyright

Spoon, reverse, 1903 (silver)
3125583 Spoon, reverse, 1903 (silver) by Baker, Oliver (1856-1939); 19.7 cm; Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN, USA; eMinneapolis Institute of Art; The Modernism Collection

London hallmarks on plate. From The Business Encyclopaedia and Legal Adviser, published 1907

RMS Titanic - nail scissors recovered by CS Mackay-Bennett
RMS Titanic - from inventory of items recovered from bodies by cable ship Mackay-Bennett - silver mounted steel nail scissors with rusted steel blades

Silver hallmarks. Handle of a piece of silver cutlery showing assay marks and hallmarks. These symbols indicate the quality and origin of the piece

Manuscript Illumination Presentation Christ Temple
Artokoloro

Gold hallmarks, 1986
Gold hallmarks from 1986 on a gold object. A hallmark is an official mark made on an item of precious metal to guarantee the quality of the metal

Gold hallmarks, 1897
Gold hallmarks from 1897 on a gold medal. A hallmark is an official mark made on an item of precious metal to guarantee the quality of the metal

Silver hallmarks, 1814
Silver hallmarks from 1814 on the handle of a piece of silver cutlery. A hallmark is an official mark made on an item of precious metal to guarantee the quality of the metal

Silver hallmarks, 1831
Silver hallmarks from 1831 on the handle of a piece of silver cutlery. A hallmark is an official mark made on an item of precious metal to guarantee the quality of the metal

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"Hallmarks: Traces of History and Remembrance" In the depths of the ocean, amidst the haunting remnants of the RMS Titanic, lie hallmarks that bear witness to a bygone era. As CS Mackay-Bennett embarked on its solemn mission to recover artifacts from the ill-fated ship, it unearthed treasures that now serve as poignant reminders of lives lost. Amongst these relics is a cigar case - weathered and worn but still holding echoes of camaraderie shared aboard the Titanic. It stands as a testament to moments savored in smoke-filled rooms, where dreams were forged and friendships kindled. A gold stud discovered alongside it tells another tale - perhaps once adorning a dapper gentleman's attire or serving as an emblem of love exchanged between star-crossed lovers. Its presence evokes memories frozen in time, forever etched into history's pages. The weighty significance continues with a signet ring recovered from those icy depths. Engraved with initials and symbols representing family heritage or personal triumphs, this small band encapsulates stories untold yet resonating through generations. Maria Robinson's gold memorial medal carries profound emotions within its delicate frame. A token commemorating loved ones lost during that fateful voyage, it symbolizes grief transformed into remembrance; an enduring tribute to souls departed too soon. Accompanying Maria Robinson's medal are her locket and brooch - cherished keepsakes that once held treasured photographs or strands of hair belonging to beloved faces left behind on land. These tender mementos embody both heartache and resilience in their intricate designs. Even seemingly mundane objects hold their own significance amidst this collection: nail scissors salvaged from the wreckage offer glimpses into daily routines disrupted by tragedy. They stand as silent witnesses to countless untold stories abruptly halted beneath unforgiving waves. Beyond maritime tragedies lies another realm where hallmarks tell tales all their own - London hallmarks adorning a plate, bearing witness to centuries of craftsmanship and tradition.