Maker's mark comparison reference

James Appleton maker's marks

Compare 1 source-linked mark variant recorded under James Appleton. These are reconstructions for comparison, not source photographs or authentication evidence.

Source location statements: Portland, Maine
Source date statements: Active c.1834-1846, jeweler and retailer of silver.

Mark variant 1

James Appleton: J. Appleton; line reconstruction. — Line reconstruction

James Appleton: J. Appleton; oxidized reconstruction. — AI-assisted oxidized reconstruction

Source-recorded mark text: J. Appleton

Single unbordered APPLETON line in worn uppercase serif capitals; no source-supported initial or period; watermark and crop edges removed.

Medium confidence comparison reconstruction.

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