Journey into Silver's Past: A Resource for Collectors of Old Silver Bars
Dugan and Helterbrand Co., Inc.
Dugan & Helterbrand operated out of Marshfield, Missouri from 1980 until 1991. They were a precious metals recycling business and the ingots that have survived have become very sought after. Their ingots are known for the “Scales” hallmark that was used by other notable companies like United States Smelting and Refining and David C Davis. Some of the pieces had picture frame molds and others more traditional molds without picture frame. I only have one D&H piece having traded my other away, which I miss dearly.
Very nice example with clear hallmark, excellent stamp. Most of these pieces were odd weights an most carry the D&H CO INC stamp at top.Killer pour lines on the reverse. This ingot is in fantastic condition considering it’s age.
I’m please to share a very nice D&H collection from Brian R. below. He has some spectacular pieces in different varieties and sizes.
Something you don’t see in one place, 3 different varieties of 5 oz class above. Type 1 on far left and two varieties of type 2 5 oz D&H center and right. Just an awesome trio! The 10 oz is also special. Great condition of ingot with golden toning in the air pockets of the pour on obverse.Notice top ingot on left has D&H stamp on reverse. This is clearly an older variety that we can refer to as type 1.
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I worked with Dugan and Hilterbrand, locating x-ray silver in in 1080 to 1983 wile I was starting my chemical laboratory. I have more than a dozen bars left: I am now older and it is time to sell. My email is below: my cell phone number is (816) 651-7601
Sorry for the delay here. That is really incredible to hear. I’d love to see some pictures of the bars you are speaking of. My email is listed in the blog. I look forward to hearing from you.
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I worked with Dugan and Hilterbrand, locating x-ray silver in in 1080 to 1983 wile I was starting my chemical laboratory. I have more than a dozen bars left: I am now older and it is time to sell. My email is below: my cell phone number is (816) 651-7601
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Sorry for the delay here. That is really incredible to hear. I’d love to see some pictures of the bars you are speaking of. My email is listed in the blog. I look forward to hearing from you.
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Do you have any left to sell?
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