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Yes, it's very possible. Electroplating was invented in 1840 by Elkington of Birmingham, England. However, a lot early silver plate was marked with pseudo-hallmarks and, to avoid confusion with sterling silver, this practice was made illegal in 1896. After that date, all silver plate was required to be stamped 'EPNS'. So anything marked EPNS can date from 1896 onwards.

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Q: When did they start EPNS I have a tea strainer with this on the bottom and have been told it's from the 1930's. Is this possible?
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