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800 hallmark silver

With an 800 hallmark silver, an 800 mark can occur in German, Italian and other European systems. 800 means 800 parts silver per thousand.

Reading the number in context

800 means 800 parts silver per thousand. An 800 mark can occur in German, Italian and other European systems. A German crescent and crown or an Italian registration punch distinguishes origin.

What to check next

Compare with sterling at 925, or 92.5% silver. A stamp inside a company trademark can be a model number, so retain the neighbouring metal and assay marks. Use the maker signature and country device to continue the identification.

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