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Meissen Germany porcelain marks

Among Meissen Germany porcelain marks, these manufacturing identifiers have different roles from the main underglaze factory emblem.

Names, emblems and neighbouring codes

The sword form changed over time. A model number, former’s mark or painter number can appear elsewhere on the base. These manufacturing identifiers have different roles from the main underglaze factory emblem.

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Distinguish actual crossed swords from crossed lines, scissors or a similar decorator device. Preserve any strokes through or beside the swords and compare the complete figure or vessel with the factory model.

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