# Silver Hallmarks - Maker Marks — Antique 925 Silverware Scanner

> Catalog of maker's marks for identifying British silverware and precious metals. (iPhone/iPad app by BigBalli Consulting llc.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/silver-hallmarks-maker-marks/id514531677 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [BigBalli Consulting llc](https://appshunter.io/developer/363765325)
- Category: Reference, Shopping
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.90/5 from 121 App Store ratings · 123 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.0 · 112 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-05-25
- Data updated: 2026-09-02
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/silver-hallmarks-maker-marks/id514531677/reviews.md

## What is Silver Hallmarks?

Over 17,000 British silver hallmarks, verified against trade catalogues and assay-office records. Bring a punch, find the answer in seconds.

On the App Store since 2012. Used by dealers, jewellers, and estate buyers worldwide. 100+ ratings.

What you get

• Browse 17,000+ marks four ways: by date letter, by object, by animal, or by shape. Whichever lane matches the punch in front of you.
• Date-letter lookup for London, Birmingham, Sheffield, Edinburgh, Chester, Dublin, and Glasgow. Pin the exact year a piece left the assay office.
• Maker's marks and assay punches show town, working years, and metal standard at a glance. Useful when you're trying to tell a Hester Bateman from a 1920s revival.
• Save favourites and pull them up fast on the next estate-sale visit. The marks you check often stay one tap away.
• Second opinion reader: point your camera at a punch and get a candidate match drawn from the catalogue. Use it as a shortlist, then confirm against the full record.
• Plain-English glossary of trade terms. Assay, duty mark, lion passant, sterling, britannia, town mark, date letter. Newcomers can follow what dealers are saying.

Rebuilt from the ground up natively for iOS 18. Faster, cleaner, organised the way you actually look up a mark. Photos load instantly. Search is sharper. Favourites sync across your devices.

"This app has been incredibly useful in identifying silver hallmarks for my vintage jewelry business." Smithwestalandvc

Buy a piece with confidence, or pass on it knowing why.

Payment will be charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions in your Account Settings on the App Store after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial is forfeited when purchasing a subscription.

Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Privacy Policy: https://BigBalli.com/privacy

## Key features

- Identify British silverware
- Recognize maker's marks
- Catalog of 17,000+ images
- Categorized research
- Unlockable content

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Unlock Subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| FullunlockSubMonthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Full Unlock Subscription | $1.99 | per 7 days |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| full unlock | $39.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Silver Hallmarks?

Overall sentiment: neutral

**Pros**

- 🚀 Great app with useful setup
- 💡 Helpful for researching obscure marks
- 👍 Fantastic reference for collectors and dealers
- 🚀 Saves time compared to web research

**Cons**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes or freezes
- 🔒 Subscription/unlock issues, users losing access
- 💰 Expensive subscription, not worth the cost for some
- 👎 Limited free functionality, need to pay to unlock
- 👎 Unclear pricing and subscription model

**Commonly reported bugs**

- In-app purchase errors
- Blank pages after searching
- Incompatibility with some devices

**Most requested features**

- Add assay office and year marks
- Improve search functionality and navigation
- Provide more detailed descriptions
- Add support for taking photos to identify marks

## Recent user reviews (10 of 123)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/silver-hallmarks-maker-marks/id514531677/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Great app love the setup

*2025-10-17*

Great app love the setup

### 1/5 — Not as expected

*2025-09-22*

When I purchased this I was expecting to be able look up date of manufacture pertaining to a “date letter”. Sadly all you can look up is the manufacturer. Very disappointing

### 1/5 — Not as expected

*2025-09-08, version 6.3*

When I purchased this I was expecting to be able look up date of manufacture pertaining to a “date letter”. Sadly all you can look up is the manufacturer. Very disappointing

### 4/5 — Tweaks

*2025-07-11*

I used this app, then had to cancel last year because of a hiccup - I was paying the subscription, but all of a sudden I didn’t have full access.  Fast forward, thought I would give it another go.  I absolutely love this app.  One of the best resources without having to search multiple websites.  Does it have quirks, maybe - but I love using this as a reference.  Keep doing what you are doing!

### 1/5 — Please cancel my subscription

*2025-06-01*

I was not told there was a charge till after I downloaded /.please notify me of the cancellation ASAP

### 1/5 — I paid but wouldnt let me in

*2025-04-02*

I paid but would not let me get any further than A1. Great. Useless

### 1/5 — No year marks!

*2025-03-19*

Need to add assay office and year marks.

### 1/5 — Useless

*2025-02-25*

Useless no good

### 5/5 — Great and interesting App

*2025-02-08*

A must for all Collectors and Dealers. Easy to use out and about. Fantastic

### 1/5 — Liar and a cheat

*2025-01-29*

Back in 2022 I purchased the full unlock for this app, allowing me to view all of the marks without restriction. According to my in-app purchase history “full unlock” was purchased March 24, 2022 for $4.99. I don’t use this app often, but it has been helpful every once in a while. I logged in today, and when I try to search for a mark, the app now tries to charge me for a SUBSCRIPTION FEE to unlock what I ALREADY PAID FOR. There is an option to restore purchase. This does nothing. Their button to contact support does not work as well. Whoever made this app is a liar and a cheat. If you are doing this, please refund the full unlock I previously paid for, because I obviously do not have a “full unlock” at all.

## Frequently asked questions about Silver Hallmarks

### What does the Silver Hallmarks app do?

This app serves as a comprehensive guide to identify maker's marks on valuable metal items, particularly British silverware. It features a large catalog of images to help users recognize the marks that authenticate pieces.

### How can I unlock all features in the app?

The app offers an in-app purchase or a weekly subscription to unlock all sections, including letters, objects, animals, and shapes. By default, only the 'A1' letter is unlocked. You can manage your subscription in your iTunes Store settings.

### Is this app compatible with my device?

The application is available on iOS devices, as indicated by the reference to iTunes Store for subscription management. Specific version compatibility is not detailed but it is designed for mobile use.

### What kind of items can I identify with this app?

The app is primarily designed to identify marks on British silverware and other valuable metals like gold. It helps in recognizing the hallmarks that indicate the origin, maker, and purity of these items.

### What is the cost of the full unlock subscription?

The current subscription price is $0.99 USD per week. Prices may vary in countries other than the U.S. and are subject to change. You can cancel the auto-renewal at any time through your iTunes Store settings.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 7.6 — 2026-08-12

New
- Get exclusive comeback discounts, shown right on the upgrade screen when you qualify.

---
Only one user-visible change appears in this activity (the win-back offers); the rest is a version bump and a README, so there's nothing to put under "Improved & Fixed."

### 7.5 — 2026-06-25

New
- Tap any mark thumbnail to glide smoothly into its full detail view.
- Feel a satisfying tap and see your top match highlighted the moment it's found.

Improved & Fixed
- Swipe to delete marks from your collection, with smooth animations throughout.
- Enjoy polished, fluid motion as screens and details ease into view.

### 7.4 — 2026-06-23

New
- Restore Purchases now always confirms the result, so you know right away whether your purchases came back.

### 7.3 — 2026-06-20

New
- Use Siri and Shortcuts to jump straight into SilverMarks hands-free.

### 7.2 — 2026-06-10

**New**
- Use Siri and Shortcuts to jump straight into SilverMarks hands-free.

**Improved & Fixed**
- Free trials now show exactly how many days you get before paying.
- A smoother first run — we ask for your feedback only after you've had a chance to use the app.

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