Stieff Sterling 1940 Hallmark
Stieff Sterling 1940 Hallmark is an American sterling silver hallmark, produced 1940–1940.
| Maker | Stieff |
|---|---|
| Mark | Stieff Sterling 1940 Hallmark |
| Period | 1940–1940 |
| Region | American |
| Type | Maker's mark |
| Also seen | Features the "E" Date Mark, associated with the 1940 production year. |

How is Stieff Sterling 1940 Hallmark identified?
The Stieff Sterling 1940 Hallmark features the distinctive “E” date mark, used by The Stieff Company to identify pieces manufactured specifically in 1940. This hallmark is typically stamped alongside the standard “STIEFF STERLING” mark and may appear with additional pattern or workshop indicators depending on the piece. The “E” date code is part of Stieff’s alphabetical year-marking system, allowing collectors and historians to pinpoint the exact production year. Silver made during this period is known for its solid construction, crisp die-work, and the high-quality sterling standards that Stieff maintained throughout the mid-20th century. Because single-year date codes are relatively uncommon, 1940-marked pieces hold particular interest for collectors seeking precisely dated examples of Stieff craftsmanship.
Additional detail
Features the "E" Date Mark, associated with the 1940 production year.
What is Stieff sterling silver worth?
SebastianCharles Auctions catalogues and sells Stieff 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.
Other Stieff marks and patterns
- Stieff Chrysanthemum Sterling, 1904, Monograms
- Stieff Winslow Sterling, 1850, Monograms
- Stieff Repousse Sterling, Coin, 1830
- Stieff Ellipse Sterling, 1968
- Stieff Cloisonne Embassy Stainless-Cobalt-Gold
- Stieff Skylark Sterling, 1954
- Stieff Cloisonne Embassy Stainless-Black-No Gold
- Stieff Golden Old Maryland Engraved Sterling
- Stieff Cloisonne Royale Stainless-Cobalt-Gold
- Stieff Plain Antique Silverplate, 1980
- Stieff King Sterling, 1825, Monograms
- Stieff Sterling 1954 Hallmark