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China Makers Marks Identification: How to Read Old China Marks

26 Mar 2026

China Makers Marks Identification: How to Read Old China Marks

China makers marks identification is easier when you stop asking only “who made this?” and start asking “what kind of mark is this, and does it fit the object?” A backstamp can tell you a lot, but not everything. The strongest results come from reading the mark together with the body, glaze, foot ring, pattern number, and country wording.