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					Originally Posted by Andrew
					
				  ...The distinction of late 19th vs. early 20th c. is largely one without a real difference... | 
	
 In a mere counting way yes, you're right; but in certain other aspects ... means a lot  

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					Originally Posted by Andrew
					
				  ... BTW, silver patination can be a difficult thing to base age estimates on--some silver alloys can develop dark, heavy patination very quickly... | 
	
 Sure thing; duly noted  
 
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