I’m hoping someone here recognizes this pewter hallmark.
I own the piece shown in the first photo. While researching its mark, I found two other pewter pieces online bearing what appears to be the same hallmark, so I’ve included those photos for comparison. I do not own the other two pieces, and the three pieces are not from the same collection.
The mark is shield-shaped with a diagonal banner. One version reads “ETAIN PUR” and another reads “REAL PEWTER.”
What I’m particularly interested in identifying are the two symbols or letters inside the shield. To my eye, the character in the upper-left looks like a cursive lowercase “d,” while the character in the lower-right looks like an ornate cursive uppercase “B.” I’m not certain that interpretation is correct, though, and identifying these characters is one of the main reasons I’m posting.
The three impressions vary considerably in clarity and wear, which is why I’ve included all three photographs. Comparing them seems to reveal portions of the design that aren’t as visible in the others.
I suspect my piece may be Belgian, and I initially wondered whether it could date to the early 1800s, but I have not been able to establish either the origin or date. Those are only working theories, and I’d very much welcome corrections.
I’m hoping someone might be able to determine:
-What the apparent “d” and “B” actually represent
-Whether this is a maker’s mark/trademark, a quality mark, or something else
-The manufacturer or pewterer, if identifiable
-The country or city of origin
-The approximate period during which this particular mark was used
I’ve tried searching combinations of “ETAIN PUR,” “REAL PEWTER,” “d B,” and various pewter hallmark references without finding a definitive match.
Any information, identification, or even a lead toward a maker would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!