I would like to know if you know this makers mark. It is under an Isle of Man tilt top tripod table (or so I'm told). It's been in my family since 1946. The story has it, that it came from Alexander Graham Bell's office that was dismantled at Western Electric, Kearny, NJ. My father worked there and took it home.
Any ideas? Would you advise me to try and clean up the makers mark to make it more visible. Thank you!
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You might try a pencil rubbing to see if more characters can be made out. At least there is no risk of damage that way! www.ehow.com/
I do not believe I would do anything to the mark until further investigation. You might just try rubbing it with white vinegar and a couple of dots of Dawn Dish soap.
Please let us know what information you find.
It is hard to see the mark, but any qualified antiques dealer should be able to recognize it. If you could prove it actually came from Alexander Graham Bells office, it would be worth even more.
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