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Antiques! => Antique Questions Forum => Topic started by: Thrifty Threadz on August 09, 2011, 03:51:03 PM
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I would like to know the value of these pieces by Wm. Rogers, American silversmith. I estimate them to be done in the mid 1800's judging by the mark with an eagle and a star on either side of "Wm. Rogers". There are 8 iced teaspoons, 6 butter knives and 6 forks.
Thanks..
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What is have is the pattern called Beloved, made by International Cir. 1940. This pattern is somewhat common as was one the the interantional silver popular WM Rodgers line of flatware.
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Sorry, how can it be made by International Cir. when it says Wm. Rogers and has the mark from his collection in the mid 1800s, according to some research I found?
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Wm. Rodgers was purchased by international silver in the late 1800's, but they still used their mark. There is a complex history with silverplate during the End of the 1800's and into early 1900's. International and Oneida bought up so many companies. Wm Rodgers was a well renound name and like many other of their companies they used their hallmark. If you look carefully you will probably see IS stamped next to the Hallmark. This is the stamp of International silver. Second keep in mind, while silverplate was invented in the mid 1800's it really did not take off until the late 1800's and into the Early 1900's, then feel out of favor post 40's.
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I see the I S mark, as well. Thanks for the more in depth explanation. It's very much appreciated.