SILVER-LUG Blog
[Brand Introduction] Barnard Family
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Barnard Family, Britain's oldest silver workshop The Barnard family was a British silversmith who was active from the 18th to the 20th century. ...
[Brand Introduction] Mappin & Webb
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In 1897, it was certified as a "royal purveyor" by Queen Victoria, and Mappin & Webb's craftsmen are still appointed as crown jewelers (craftsmen who create crowns) for the British royal family.
[Brand Introduction] JWBenson
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While many British watch manufacturers had small-scale workshops, by the end of the 19th century, large-scale factories were manufacturing a wide range of watches from mid-range to high-end models.
Stamping non-British silverware
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In a previous article, we covered British silver hallmarks in detail.
Silver products from other countries also have a hallmark system and are stamped.
There are many cases where there are not as many detailed systems and systems as in the UK, but here are some representative ones.
About pocket watch hands
Posted by WATANABETAIGA
In another article, I talked about pocket watch dials, but hands are also a very important part of watch design. Moreover, it is the most visible part of a watch because it cannot tell the time, which is the original role of a watch, unless you look at the hands.
Various designs and ingenuity have been devised in consideration of not only the design but also the ease of viewing the time.
British afternoon tea
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In Japan, there are drinks called "Gogo-no-Kocha" and chain cafes called "Afternoon Tea" that are popular.
In Britain, which actually leads the world's tea culture, tea is a custom that can be said to be part of life.
About pocket watch dials
Posted by WATANABETAIGA
The dial of a watch is also called the face. It is an important part that literally becomes the face of the watch.
Here, we will explain the design, material, and decoration of antique pocket watch dials.
Periodization of British Antiques
Posted by WATANABETAIGA
Period division is a term used to classify antiques according to the year of manufacture. Britain's eras are named after the king who ruled over them.
Since it greatly reflects the background of the era and the tastes of the king at that time, the style changes with each era.
Types of pocket watches and names of parts
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Pocket watches are divided into types such as open face and hunter, depending on the shape of the case.
In addition, although the names of each part are basically the same as those of wristwatches, there are also parts that are unique to pocketwatches, such as pendants and lids.
A hallmark of British silverware
Posted by WATANABETAIGA
All British made silver products have a small stamp called a hallmark.
When it comes to pocket watches, the silver cases of British watches are also engraved.
European silver products have hallmarks, stamped with marks to certify purity, etc., and these are said to date back to the Eastern Roman Empire in the 4th century.
The British hallmark system was established by law during the reign of Edward I in the 14th century, and silver products were required to be sterling silver (92.5% purity).
