Tiffany & Co. Sterling (Era of Order Number), 1870–1965
Tiffany & Co. Sterling (Era of Order Number) identifies Tiffany & Co. pieces made 1870–1965.
| Maker | Tiffany & Co. |
|---|---|
| Also signed | Tiffany, Tiffany and Company |
| Period | 1870–1965 |
| Mark reference | TIF-STR-1870 |
| Usually found on | Underside, inner band |
| Materials | Silver |
| Maker founded | 1837 |
| Region | American |
| Workshops | New York |
What does the Tiffany & Co. Sterling (Era of Order Number) look like?
Tiffany sterling production from the late 19th century through the mid-1960s is stamped 'TIFFANY & CO.' alongside an order number and pattern number. The director letter (e.g., 'M' for Charles L. Tiffany, 'C' for Charles T. Cook) helps date the piece within a defined window. Sterling pieces also carry the 'STERLING' or '925' mark.
Where is the mark located?
Usually struck on the underside or inner band.
What other marks appear alongside it?
Order number,Pattern number,Director letter.
About Tiffany & Co.
Founded in New York in 1837 by Charles Lewis Tiffany, Tiffany & Co. has used a consistent house signature on most production. Pieces are typically stamped 'Tiffany & Co.' with a metal mark (e.g., '925' for sterling, '750' for 18k gold, 'PT950' for platinum) and, on signature collections, the designer's name.
What is my Tiffany & Co. jewelry worth?
SebastianCharles Auctions catalogues and sells Tiffany & Co. jewelry at auction from our gallery at 5263 Edina Industrial Blvd, Edina, Minnesota. Value depends on the individual piece and its condition. Send photographs of the mark and the piece for a free auction estimate, or call (612) 280-1377. Formal written appraisals are billed hourly from $150, with most reports delivered within two weeks.