Master's Mark of Udalov Ivan Ivanov - Gorky (Nizhny Novgorod) - initials "IU" - 1859-1909

Hallmarks-Masters

Metal: Silver
Initials: IU
Year: 1859-1909
Shape: Rectangle
Description: Udalov Ivan Ivanov, a master silversmith, used a mark depicting his initials with the two letters "IU". Ivan had 1 master, 5 journeymen, and 3 apprentices; he produced chased and engraved items from silver and copper with gilding and silvering. Examples of the master's work: an icon ark and a riza, State Historical Museum. (1859-1909) Shape: Rectangle Metal: Silver