Silver is our passion & silver is our business.
We buy all types & grades of silver. We’re based in Johannesburg but travel frequently to other centres & buy nationally.
Common silver products we buy include flatware (cutlery), cruets (salt & pepper holders), bowls, vases, tea sets & trays.
Top prices paid. Immediate payment.
Hallmarks We Look For
Click on the tabs below for more information on Hallmarks.
English Hallmarks
English hallmarks on silver are an official guarantee of authenticity, purity, and origin. Applied by authorized assay offices, these marks confirm the silver meets legal standards (such as sterling 925), identify where it was tested, and often include a date letter and maker’s mark. Together, they provide a traceable history that helps buyers and collectors verify quality, age, and provenance — which is why English-hallmarked silver is generally trusted and valued more highly.
English
Russian Hallmarks
Russian hallmarks on silver are important because they authenticate the piece’s origin, purity, and age. These marks typically identify the assay office, the silver standard (fineness), and sometimes the maker, allowing collectors and buyers to verify that the item meets historical Russian silver standards. Beyond confirming authenticity, Russian hallmarks also help date a piece and place it within a specific region or era, which can significantly influence its historical interest and market value.
Russian
Continental 800 & 835 Hallmark
Continental 800 and 835 hallmarks are fineness marks used on European silver to indicate the purity of the metal.
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800 silver means the item is 80% pure silver and 20% alloy (usually copper). This standard was widely used in countries like Germany, Italy, and other parts of continental Europe for durable tableware and decorative pieces.
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835 silver means the item is 83.5% pure silver, offering slightly higher silver content while still maintaining strength. It was commonly used in Germany, the Netherlands, and neighboring regions, especially in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
In practical terms, these hallmarks confirm the item is genuine silver, identify its continental European origin, and help determine both collectability and melt value. They reflect historical regional standards that prioritized durability alongside precious metal content.
Continental 800 & 835
925 Hallmark
A 925 hallmark on silver means the item is made from sterling silver, containing 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% other metals (usually copper) added for strength. Pure silver is too soft for everyday use, so this alloy balances durability with high silver content.
The hallmark is significant because it:
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Confirms authenticity — it verifies the piece meets an internationally recognized sterling silver standard
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Indicates value — higher silver content generally means higher intrinsic worth
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Signals quality — sterling silver is the benchmark for fine silverware and jewellery
In short, a 925 stamp tells you the piece is genuine sterling silver — not plated or low-grade alloy — making it both collectible and suitable for long-term use.
925
Sterling Hallmark
Sterling hallmarks are official stamps applied to silver items to certify their purity, origin, and authenticity. A true sterling hallmark confirms the metal meets the standard of 92.5% pure silver, protecting buyers from plated or low-grade substitutes. Many hallmarks also include symbols identifying the assay office, maker, and sometimes the year, which helps collectors verify provenance and date a piece. In short, sterling hallmarks act as a trusted quality guarantee — part consumer protection, part historical record — adding both confidence and collectible value to silver items.
Sterling
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