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<DIV><FONT face=Calibri>"<FONT face="Times New Roman">I'd always assumed the
shield was that of the Brasyer foundry. Perhaps there is a connection or
evolution between this and Watts."</FONT></FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face=Calibri>I believe Watts acquired the Norwich foundry stamps - or
some of them at least. No doubt somebody (DLC?) will know more about
this.</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face=Calibri>As anyone who has seen Brasyer bells will be aware, they
have the shield placed distinctively on the shoulder of the bell.</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face=Calibri>David</FONT></DIV><!--End group email --></BODY></HTML>