PM Mark

Q: I’m trying to find out about a mark on a plate that belonged to my great-great grandmother, who came from either Poland or Austria, we aren’t which but that general area. I have searched for this mark but can’t seem to find anything. Do you know the maker?

A: This mark with a crown, “P” over “M” in a wreath, and “Bavaria” was used by Porzellanfabrik Moschendorf (Moschendorf Porcelain Factory), a factory operating under that name in Moschendorf, Bavaria, from 1895 to 1937. It was taken over by Porzellanfabrik Otto Reinecke in 1937. A blurry mark was used from 1895 to 1910. A clear version was used on items made for export from 1895 to 1910.

 

Photo: P M & M / Porcelainmarksandmore.com