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J. Pouyat Limoges mark: J.P. / L. / FRANCE, c. 1891–1932

Mark details

FRANCE distinguishes the export-format stamp from the earlier JP/L; the decorating date may be later.

From 1852

The dividing line was introduced in 1852; the absence of FRANCE alone does not date a mark to before 1891.

Undated

The full POUYAT name within a laurel wreath and ribbon distinguishes the decorating stamp from the small JP/L factory stamp.

c. 1911–1920

Both Guérin and Pouyat names place this after the 1911 combination.

Undated

ELITE LTD and PARIS IVORY distinguish this successor mark from the earlier combined names.