How do you identify a WM Rogers silver-plate?

How to Identify a Wm. Rogers Silver Plate

1. Locate the manufacturer’s mark on the back of the item. Look for the name “Wm.
2. Look for “Wm. Rogers” surrounded by a star and an eagle, which identifies a Rogers piece made between 1825 and 1841.
3. Look for the company name “Wm. Rogers Mfg.
4. Look for the “Wm.
5. Look for the “Wm.

When did F B Rogers start making silver?

The company started in 1883, incorporated in 1886, and became part of the National Silver Co. in 1955. Yes, the Encyclopedia of American Silver Manufacturers says the official F.B. Rogers trademark is a crown with 1883, which sounds like what you wrote.

Who was the founder of F B Rogers?

F.B. Rogers Silver Company. F.B. Rogers Silver Company was a silversmith company based in Shelburne, Massachusetts and founded in 1883. This company was founded by Edmund Porter and LB West, who moved the manufacturing operations to Taunton, Massachusetts.

Where was f.b.rogers silver tray 1883 made?

F. B. Rogers Silver Company 1883 serving tray. Silver plated or Silver? Has a crown engraved under trade mark. Don’t have a picture of tray.Friend just took it with her but will get one. There is no number engraved under the trade mark like I have seen on others. Made in Taunton Mass. Little sticker that may say 43.

What kind of dish does F B Rogers make?

The photo above shows an F.B. Rogers Silver Co. silver butter dish with a glass plate inside. It has claw shaped feet and a roll top. A collector of F.B. Rogers will notice that most of the products that the company manufactures are quadruple-plated silver, which really just means it is silver plated.

The company started in 1883, incorporated in 1886, and became part of the National Silver Co. in 1955. Yes, the Encyclopedia of American Silver Manufacturers says the official F.B. Rogers trademark is a crown with 1883, which sounds like what you wrote.

Why did f.b.rogers change his name?

This may have been done to avoid confusing the public about the use of the ‘Rogers’ name. After the partners West and Porter retired, they sold their business and the new owners went back to using F.B. Rogers. In 1955, it became a division of the National Silver Company.

How can you tell when Rogers silverware was made?

After Rogers Bros. was bought in 1898, the International Silver Co. simplified the design on all silver pieces. Look for specific patterns on the silverware. For instance, a popular piece manufactured in the 1930s features a design with interlocking rectangles. Search the bottom side of each silver piece for the Rogers 1847 logo.

The photo above shows an F.B. Rogers Silver Co. silver butter dish with a glass plate inside. It has claw shaped feet and a roll top. A collector of F.B. Rogers will notice that most of the products that the company manufactures are quadruple-plated silver, which really just means it is silver plated.

How do you identify a WM Rogers silver plate?

How to Identify a Wm. Rogers Silver Plate

1. Locate the manufacturer’s mark on the back of the item. Look for the name “Wm.
2. Look for “Wm. Rogers” surrounded by a star and an eagle, which identifies a Rogers piece made between 1825 and 1841.
3. Look for the company name “Wm. Rogers Mfg.
4. Look for the “Wm.
5. Look for the “Wm.

How to identify a WM Rogers silver plate?

Wm Rogers Silver Marks One of the fastest and easiest ways to determine if a piece of silver was crafted or designed by William Rogers is to look for Wm Rogers silver marks. American sterling silver markings contain the mark of the manufacturer or silversmith.

Where did the American Silverplate marks come from?

The production was located also in Canada (supposedly after 1918, when the firm was acquired by Wm A. Rogers Ltd) Organised in 1857 by William Rogers Sr. and George W. Smith. The firm was merged in 1861 with Rogers Brothers Mfg Co under the presidence of William Rogers.

When was the first Rogers silverware made?

An elaborate design indicates that the piece was made before 1900. After Rogers Bros. was bought in 1898, the International Silver Co. simplified the design on all silver pieces. Look for specific patterns on the silverware.

When did WM Rogers become part of International Silver Co?

Starting in 1862, portions of the Rogers brothers’ enterprises were taken over by the Meriden Britannia Co., which, in 1898, became part of the newly formed International Silver Co.. Rogers and his brothers were associated with Meriden Britannia Co. until his death.

Are there silver plates with Rogers name on them?

Clearing up the Rogers Confusion: Marks and Manufacturers There are a number of makers of silver (both sterling and silverplate) that use the Rogers name. This post is an attempt to create a list, history, and database that will make this situation a little less confusing. I do not imagine that I will be able to get everything down in one go.

How can you tell when Rogers silverware was made?

After Rogers Bros. was bought in 1898, the International Silver Co. simplified the design on all silver pieces. Look for specific patterns on the silverware. For instance, a popular piece manufactured in the 1930s features a design with interlocking rectangles. Search the bottom side of each silver piece for the Rogers 1847 logo.

How to tell if WM Rogers is is plate or sterling?

If the back is marked Rogers, most Rogers are silverplate, no matter what else it is marked. Sometimes it has the pattern name, or Triple Plate, or A-1. These are all silverplated flatware or silverware.

How tall is a WM Rogers Community Plate?

Includes Community Plate set, in the “Adam” pattern, comprised of 12 dinner knives, 12 dinner forks, PAIR STERLING SILVER CANDELABRA, by Wm. Rogers PAIR STERLING SILVER CANDELABRA, by Wm. Rogers Mfg., three light on scrolling arms, convertible to candlesticks in two sizes. Height overall 12.5 inches.