Symbol guide

Silver hallmark three crowns

In a silver hallmark three crowns, Swedish silver can also carry an S, responsibility initials, a locality device and a letter-number date code.

Recognising this device

This device differs from the three towers used in Danish marking. Swedish silver can also carry an S, responsibility initials, a locality device and a letter-number date code. The code belongs to the Swedish year cycle.

What to check next

Copy the sponsor initials and fineness beside the device. If a date letter is present, match its case, lettering and surround to the identified office or national system. Keep each separate punch visible in the comparison photograph.

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