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The angel mark (or touchmark) on pewter is a traditional hallmark found primarily on Continental European pewter—especially from Germany, Austria, and the Netherlands—dating from the 17th through the 20th centuries.
What the Angel Mark Means
• High Quality / Lead-Free: It is commonly used as a guarantee of fine quality or to signify that the alloy is lead-free (frequently marked alongside terms like Fein Zinn, meaning fine tin).
• Design Variations: The angel may be depicted standing, flying, holding a palm branch, blowing a trumpet/horn, or holding scales and a sword.
• Origin: This mark is rarely found on English or French pewter, which relied on different guild systems and maker stamp traditions.
