Bms Stamped On Gold Ring

[yobanfa]

I've got a gold ring that I've worked out its from 1801 but it's the the stamp BMS on it, anyone know what that stands for?

[hc4361]

Have you seen this?

http://www.treasurenet.com/forums/what/331539-trying-work-out-hallmark.html

[Peter Pedant]

most probably the makers mark

[mikey4444]

What exactly does the hallmark say yobanfa ? It would help if you knew what assay office the hallmark says...ie London, Birmingham, Sheffield, etc, etc

[yobanfa]

The hallmark is from Birmingham, it's the sponsors mark that is BMS

[mikey4444]

yobanfa...I have tried to google Birmingham makers marks for you but all I can find is for silver, not gold. I am too busy today but if you research yourself, you may have some luck.

Bear in mind that there were 1000's of different makers, and it may be difficult to identify one from over 200 years ago.

[grumpy01]

Possibly stands for Betts Metal Sales.They have been involved in the jewellery and precious metals business in Birmingham since 1760.

[Zacs-Master]

Possibly Betts Metal Sales:
http://www.bettsmetalsales.com/About-Us

[mikey4444]

Well done Grumpy...I looked for ages last night but couldn't find it !

[grumpy01]

Thanks Mikey.