Mark variant 1
Source-recorded mark text: Lion, S, Lion
Three adjacent rounded-square punches preserve two sparse, incomplete lion-like silhouettes around a central S.
Low confidence comparison reconstruction.
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George Sharp maker's marks
Compare 2 source-linked mark variants recorded under George Sharp. These are reconstructions for comparison, not source photographs or authentication evidence.
- Source location statements
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Source date statements
- Active 1850-1874, important maker, produced exclusively for Bailey & Co. 1852 - 1866.
Mark variant 2
Source-recorded mark text: G.S., Patent
A single narrow rectangular punch reads G.S. PATENT 1868 with visible periods and spacing.
Low confidence comparison reconstruction.
Market evidence for George Sharp
1.01–2.06× melt — the middle half of observed sold-price-to-silver-value ratios, from 13 weighable lots across 11 auction houses. Each lot uses the silver reference at its sale date.
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