Silver Bookmarks

This bookmark is from Galicia in north west Spain. It is marked MALDE with two hallmarks for the manufacturer that still exists in La Corua. It is a representation of the cross of Santiago (St. James). The scallop shell in the center of the cross is associated with the pilgrims that visit the St. James's shrine in Santiago de Compostela. The date is unknown.

This bookmark was made in either Denmark or another Scandinavian country. It is marked 925 and the letter H within a circle. The top is a sword and a sledge hammer with red, white and blue enamel stripes representing the Norwegian flag. The edges of the larger blade have the following saying. "Jeg vil verge mitt land" and "Jeg vil bygge mit land". Date is unknown.

This bookmark was made in Europe. The top looks like two loops of silver filigree crossed and flattened. The same band can be seen at the top of the two blades underneath the loops. It is marked HB 800.

This bookmark is made in the US by Webster Co. It is marked sterling on the back. The top has a picture of a flower. The date is 1913 and was sold as a letter opener and as part of a novelty set.

This bookmark is not that old. It's probably from the 1960's - 1970's. It is marked Tiffany and Co Sterling on the back. The front has a red enamel heart.

This bookmark was made in the US by the Gorham Corporation. It is marked Gorham Sterling 401. It is a figural owl on top. The date is 1960 - 1970.

This bookmark is Mexican. It is marked Silver Mexico. It has a small turquoise piece at the top. Date is unknown.

This bookmark was made in Peru. It is marked Peru 925 FS. It is in the shape of an Indian woman. The date is unknown.