Imperial newbie questions.

[Stu W]

Hi Guys,

Any tricks of the trade used to differentiate between the M and IVI maker marks. Is the M simply an IVI that has been more deeply struck?

Same with the Z and N. They look a lot alike although I think I see the Z as being more elongated and a narrower profile when looked at from the side. That does appear to separate them but if someone could perhaps confirm the point regarding the narrow profile for the Z it would help.

Regards,
Stu

[streptile]

Is the M simply an IVI that has been more deeply struck?

Yes indeed it is. IVI is not a mark I know.

[Stu W]

Yes indeed it is. IVI is not a mark I know.

Thank you Trevor.

Regards,
Stu

[Green]

A few examples
Makermarks EKII.jpg

[Stu W]

Thanks! Those are great pics and quite helpful.

Regards,
Stu

[Stu W]

Follow-up question if I may please.

The examples shown above, and others I've seen in old threads, all show the maker mark stamped in line with the length of the ring. Is that standard practise with these two (referring only to N&Z) makers?

Regards,
Stu