Dixon & Son Date Code ?

I believe the '1836' is a model number - other numbers ? Have heard their 19 c. pewter has date codes.

 

That is not a date code. The C below the inventory number designated that this was made for export to the US.

 

I can tell you however (having pulled out my book on Sheffield Pewter) that the arrangement of the words (with James on the top line and Dixon & Sons beneath was used from 1835-1841.

 

Thank you. . . that's right about when I figured this dated to.

 

You're welcome, Drew. I knew right off (but double checked the book because you never know when the brain will play tricks) because I have a 5 piece Dixon tea and coffee set from the same period (although made for domestic sale not export.)

I did did re-read the marks section to see whether the author had given any explanation of the other numbers on Dixon pieces. He did not. So then I checked the underside of all of mine - no 2 the same and several have more than 2 numbers - as many as 4. Other makers are documented to have included the "worker's number" - it's possible that's what you have here.

 

I just bought this piece having recently developed an interest in earlier 19 c. pewter which seems to be a good value in the World antique metal craftsmanship. This coffee pot has a strong design and is rather commanding at 13" tall. Dixon seems to be at the upper end on design an quality for pewter of the era. Thanks again for the details.