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Martin Attridge

Regions:: Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire
Notice Period:: Short (maybe less than one month's notice)
Type:: Hobby
Fee:: Paid: £60 for a group of 40 or less, rising to £100 for 90+
Category:: History
Updated:: 22^nd June 2025
Tagged:: Antiques | Silver | Hallmarks | London Goldsmiths

The development of London’s silver hallmarks from 1300 until today

silver facts ; comparison with other precious metals; relative value and properties
sterling silver, silver plate or just white metal?
silver coinage and silver hallmarking from its origins in 1300
looking at silver objects from the 18th and 19th centuries
a process for examining your own ‘silver’ pieces for hallmarks

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I have lived with my wife in Harpenden, Hertfordshire for the past 40 years.
Following a career spent mainly in commercial training roles, I looked for other subjects in retirement to occupy my time outside the house.
I decided to research and develop a range of British Comic Artists short talks and they have been well received.
I am regularly praised for my lack of formality and inclusion of audience members, inviting questions at all times.
I aim to make all my sessions fun and informative and bring with me examples of each artist's work to enrich the session
I provide a short handout to participants as a takeaway from each of my talks.

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History of English Silver Hallmarks

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