A large number of pipes leaving these isles have some form of precious metal adornment. Below we have provided access to hallmark charts. For older pipes the only way of dating such a pipe can often be through it's hallmark.
BRITISH ASSAY MARKS
BRITISH GOLD MARKS
| 9 Carat | 14 Carat | 18 Carat | 22 Carat |
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In 1999 the following Hallmarks were applied to Silver
| Sterling | Britannia |
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The figures represent the percentage of purity i.e. 925 = 92.5 % pure silver
IRISH HALLMARKS
