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Antique Questions Forum / Re: Ger Sil Marking on Bone Handled Carving Set

« on: November 11, 2012, 12:34:21 pm »

So you think this is from the early 1900's? I looked pretty close, and that was the only mark I could find anywhere. When you say "pomil," is that the top ring where the blades meet the handle? Any idea why one handle would be so much lighter than the others or how much would something like this be priced at? Also, if it's "German silver," does that mean it was made in Germany?

Thank you so much for your feedback on this - I'm still learning but fascinated by all of this.

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Antique Questions Forum / Ger Sil Marking on Bone Handled Carving Set

« on: November 11, 2012, 12:05:53 pm »

Hello - I'm new to the forum. I joined because I found some useful information via a Google search, and I thought someone might have some feedback on a piece I just picked up. It's a 3-piece carving set with "bone" handles, and the base of the knife is marked with "GER SIL," which I've found on a post on this forum means "German Silver". I read that German Silver refers to some sort of silver plate, not sterling. First, is that correct? Second, is there a way to tell from looking what kind of bone the handles are made from? (The knife handle is significantly lighter in color than the other two.) Third, does anyone have any clue how old these pieces could be or where they're from? The "GER SIL" mark is the only one. They show a great deal of wear.

I'm new to the antique/collectible world, and I've learned a lot, but I'd really appreciate a little direction, if anyone knows anything! Thanks!