Maker's mark comparison reference

William Adams maker's marks

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

Source location statements: New York, NY
Source date statements: Trademark of Towle from c.1980 · Active c.1831 - 1842

Mark variant 1

William Adams: W.A., Italy; line reconstruction. — Line reconstruction

William Adams: W.A., Italy; oxidized reconstruction. — AI-assisted oxidized reconstruction

Source-recorded mark text: W.A., Italy

Five-point looped crown above exact ITALY and a pointed shield containing a cursive WA monogram.

High confidence comparison reconstruction.

Mark variant 2

William Adams: W.Adams; line reconstruction. — Line reconstruction

William Adams: W.Adams; oxidized reconstruction. — AI-assisted oxidized reconstruction

Source-recorded mark text: W.Adams

Severely worn two-line stamp: upper W. ADAMS, lower NEW YORK, in large serif capitals; one visible period after W; no supported border or emblem.

Low confidence comparison reconstruction.

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