Maker's mark comparison reference

Clarence A. Vanderbilt maker's marks

Compare 2 source-linked mark variants recorded under Clarence A. Vanderbilt. These are reconstructions for comparison, not source photographs or authentication evidence.

Source location statements: New York, New York

Mark variant 1

Clarence A. Vanderbilt: CAV; line reconstruction. — Line reconstruction

Clarence A. Vanderbilt: CAV; oxidized reconstruction. — AI-assisted oxidized reconstruction

Source-recorded mark text: CAV

A large V contains a small C near its opening and a small outlined A-like form in its lower interior.

Low confidence comparison reconstruction.

Mark variant 2

Source-recorded mark text: CAV

STERLING sits above a large open V containing A with a curved C-like stroke above it.

Low confidence comparison reconstruction.

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