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<p>[QUOTE="2020lens, post: 2761672, member: 16675"]Hi,</p><p><br /></p><p>Interesting point about the use of silver soldering could be use for time frame dates. I will look into that as a way to provide a period for this piece.</p><p><br /></p><p>I tested both ways. I found that the stone is far more difficult to interpet than testing directly on the piece - if you can find a good location. Also, if your don't leave the acid on too long it can be rubbed out. But be prepared to use some elbow grease and to spend some time in achieving the desired results.</p><p><br /></p><p>As an aside, I wonder why Vanderbilt liked this style of font for his railway logo's?</p><p><br /></p><p>Regards, 2020lens[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>
[QUOTE="2020lens, post: 2761672, member: 16675"]Hi, Interesting point about the use of silver soldering could be use for time frame dates. I will look into that as a way to provide a period for this piece. I tested both ways. I found that the stone is far more difficult to interpet than testing directly on the piece - if you can find a good location. Also, if your don't leave the acid on too long it can be rubbed out. But be prepared to use some elbow grease and to spend some time in achieving the desired results. As an aside, I wonder why Vanderbilt liked this style of font for his railway logo's? Regards, 2020lens[/QUOTE]
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