Deakin & Francis were founded in 1786 and is still in operation today. It is still owned by the Deakin family. They currently specialise in gentlemen’s cufflinks. Their mark consists of D & F in conjoined circles.
Deakin and Francis silver makers mark
An Art Deco silver photograph frame by Deakin & Francis, Birmingham 1934 Rectangular with curved tapering sides and engine-turned decoration, with a wood easel support, length 29cm.
Sold for £ 1,000 inc. premium at Bonhams in 2019
“FRIENDSHIP IS A SHELTERING TREE’, A PAIR OF SILVER AND OAK PHOTOGRAPH FRAMES MARK OF DEAKIN & FRANCIS, BIRMINGHAM 1903 Each of shaped outline, the silver embossed with title and forget-me-nots, mounted on mahogany with easel support and bevelled glass, stamped marks& Rd No 41330 7 3/8 in. (18.7 cm.) high
Sold for GBP 10,625 at Christies in 2015
Pair of Silver and Enamel Globe Cufflinks, Deakin & Francis Signed D + F, with hallmarks, ap. 11 dwts.
Sold for $250 (includes buyer’s premium) at Doyle New York in 2018
An Art Deco silver teapot, hinged cover, Bakelite geometric handle, 22cm long, Deakin & Francis, Birmingham 1938, 13oz
Sold for £120 at Bamfords Auctioneers & Valuers in 2019
Belt buckle, flannel flower, silver gilt / enamel, Deakin and Francis, Birmingham, England, 1909-1910 Convex belt buckle in two parts made of silver gilt decorated with two flannel flowers on each half.
Reference: Museum of Applied Art and Sciences
An Art Nouveau Silver and enamel frame, Deakin & Francis, Birmingham, 1904 hammered finish, blue and green enamel bosses, scrolling budding flowers, the centre wih a heart-shaped motif, oak easel back 23.3cm, 9 1/8 in high
Sold for 3,500 GBP at Sothebys in 2013
English Sterling Silver Oval Tray – 13″ X 9.75″ – Hallmark Indicates Deakin and Francis, Birmingham England – Dated 1898 – Elaborate Embossed Scroll and Floral Design – 320 Grams Total Weight
Sold for $175 at Woody Auction LLC in 2019
