Cutshing Canton Chinese Export Silver Mark
Cutshing Canton Chinese Export Silver Mark is a sterling silver hallmark, produced 1825–1870, identified by the mark CU (sometimes conjoined) or CUT, with pseudo-hallmarks.
| Maker | Cutshing |
|---|---|
| Mark | Cutshing Canton Chinese Export Silver Mark |
| Identifying Characteristics | CU (sometimes conjoined) or CUT, with pseudo-hallmarks |
| Period | 1825–1870 |
| Region | Rest of World |
| Type | Maker's mark |
What does the “CU (sometimes conjoined) or CUT, with pseudo-hallmarks” mark mean?
Cutshing was a Canton silversmith with a shop on New China Street, one of the most productive export makers of the mid 19th century. If your piece is stamped CU or CUT beside a row of small marks copying English hallmarks, you likely have Cutshing work. The conjoined CU form is the earlier mark, roughly 1825 to 1840, and CUT appears from about 1840 to 1870. You will find the mark on flatware, mugs, cream jugs and full tea services, ranging from plain Western shapes to pieces with Chinese relief decoration.
What is Cutshing sterling silver worth?
SebastianCharles Auctions catalogues and sells Cutshing sterling silver 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.