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Of course there are exceptions and we have included images of a Barling pipe with 1922 hallmarks that clearly shows an “EL” stamp and a “MADE IN ENGLAND” stamp. While one is tempted to speculate that the sterling | Of course there are exceptions and we have included images of a Barling pipe with 1922 hallmarks that clearly shows an “EL” stamp and a “MADE IN ENGLAND” stamp. While one is tempted to speculate that the sterling band could have been placed on a much later pipe, the “BARLING’S MAKE” stamp is correct for this period. (User Tad Gage notes an "EL" stamp is not clearly evident in this photo, and the use of this grading at this date would be inconsistent with any prior observations). | ||
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Not all pipes have this stamping on the underside of the stem, but its presence is a good indicator for the period of manufacture. | Not all pipes have this stamping on the underside of the stem, but its presence is a good indicator for the period of manufacture. | ||
====Pre- Trans Grades==== | ====Pre- Trans Grades==== | ||
Pre-Transition pipes come in a number of grades: | Pre-Transition pipes come in a number of grades: | ||