Posted 8 years ago
jfrys
(1 item)
Bought from a Dresden collector that was down sizing. History unknown.
I'd like to find out her name and what her value may be.
Number 586 on bottom.
Can anyone tell me more about her?
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Sorry but that's not really possible. The 586 is simply the mold/design number and cannot be traced, nor can the mark on the bottom be traced.
This is why:
http://ourpastimes.com/identify-dresden-porcelain-marks-6574087.html
Be aware that there was no single Dresden factory, which means that there is no definitive Dresden mark. With more than 40 shops producing Dresden china, the Dresden name and crown differ slightly from one maker to the next. Look at a wide variety of Dresden china items to become familiar with the different marks.
Look for a blue crown on an item. Some Dresden crowns have 5 points and 3 stars with an elaborate uppercase “D” and the word “Germany” underneath. Others have 3 points on the crown with an uppercase cursive “D” attached to the crown.
Look for a blue crown that is similar to an Irish claddagh crown, with 3 points and a centered cross above the crown.
Check for other authentic Dresden marks, such as the image of a cow with “Dresden” written in cursive beneath it and the words “Made in Germany” printed underneath.
Look for what appears to be an uppercase “N” with a 5-point star underneath and a cursive “Dresden” beneath the star.
Other authentic Dresden marks include a Bavarian coat of arms with “Dresden” written above it. Some Dresden items also have a small brown rose either above or below the Dresden mark."
Thank you, this was most helpful. I have authenticated it.
Good - what did you discover?