The proof mark of the crown over the letter R signifies the proof house of East German,Suhl.This has been used since 1950 and means repair proof.The proof of the star over the letters AE usually signify the smokeless powder proof for firearms from France.
This marking appears (on guns I've seen) on Belgian hammer shotguns that were imported by the thousands from c.1880 through c.1910. These were sold by the various mail-order catalog stores throughout the midwest. Look for the ELG proofmark on the underside of the barrels. Value is typically $200 or less. It is suitable ONLY for a mantel decoration - please do not attempt to shoot it. sales@countrygunsmith.net
Need a detailed description of all markings
if its on a lighter it means Andrew Dunhill
No - that's illegal ! You cannot simply send your passport from one country to another to get it stamped so it appears you were there !
If a piece of jewelry has 925 CISS stamped on it, this typically means it is 925 karats. The CISS is just the abbreviations for the maker of the piece of jewelry.
It appears there may be several names with the name Reuben concerning pottery. Is "Reuben" stamped on the pottery, and does it include any other names?
There is no such thing as a "model 702337". The number you list appears to be a serial number. The Model number will be stamped on the barrel, or on the upper tang behind the hammer.
He is paid by the US treasury. I would guess the US treasurer's stamped signature appears on it. It is quite likely that his checks are deposited electronically into his account.
Usually this stamp appears after 10K and means it is gold plated and not solid 10k gold. means W ith B onded gold.
That patent date appears on the H&R Model 1 revolver, which is a spur trigger single action in either .32 rimfire or .38 rimfire. Value can reach $200 or slightly more in top condition. sales@countrygunsmith.net
Based on R. L. Wilson's book, Colt, An American Legend, it appears this serial number is in the 1919 run. :-)
The Engine and frame both have a VIN on them. On all motorcycles it is stamped on the side of the steering head. On street-legal motorcycles, the VIN also appears on the Safety Certification Label affixed to, or near, the side of the steering head. The engine VIN is stamped on the case.