Antique Tip of the DayLearning to read British silver hallmarks unlocks a world of history: • A lion passant means sterling silver (92.5% pure) • A leopard’s head is London • An anchor stands for Birmingham • A crown once marked Sheffield (used before 1975) • The date letter tells you the exact year — like a secret time stampEvery mark is a clue to your piece’s origin and authenticity. Claudia XOXO themarialvacollection.com #antiquetipoftheday #silverhallmarks #knowyoursilver #birminghamanchor #