How do I date my Rogers Bros silverware?

How do I date my Rogers Bros silverware?

Search the bottom side of each silver piece for the Rogers 1847 logo. All pre-20th century silver pieces have the original Rogers Bros. logo indicated by an “XS” or “AL” stamp next to the logo. An “IS” stamp indicates the piece was made after the International Silver Co.

Is 1881 Rogers Oneida Ltd real silver?

Most 1881 Rogers patterns will have a backstamp of “1881 Rogers A1.” This mark indicates the pieces are silverplate. The A1 designation means that plating a gross of teaspoons took 2 ounces of silver.

What is community silverware made of?

Common stand-ins for sterling silverware are typically composed of stainless-steel, over which a thin layer of silver (or chrome or nickel) has been applied (plated) to give the impression of genuine sterling silver, but with higher resistance to corrosion, rust, and tarnish.

How much is a 1847 Rogers Bros spoon worth?

The prices on eBay we found for “Eternally Yours Rogers Brothers Silverware” range from $235 -$295. But also keep in mind that these are large 52 piece to 72 piece sets in good condition, and some of them in their original boxes which makes a difference in their resale value.

Is silverplate flatware worth anything?

Silverplate flatware doesn’t have a melt value like sterling silverware, and with a lower silver content, it is generally worth much less than sterling silver. Pawn shops will typically not buy silverplated flatware, but silver dealers such as Replacements will.

Is silverplate worth anything for scrap?

Well actually, no. When you “scrap” Sterling Silver, you can take your items to a Jeweler or We Buy Gold store, they will weigh it, and pay you based upon the actual precious metal weight, the current silver spot price, and their percent-of-spot-price-payment-factor.

Is silver plated flatware worth anything?

Is Oneida flatware made in China?

“It says Oneida Ltd.,” Roberts said, shaking his head in disappointment. “It’s made in China.” Oneida Ltd., once based in Central New York, now sells products made overseas. Tenney and Sherrill Manufacturing have tried for months to convince the Trump White House to buy the American-made silverware.

How do I know if my silverware is valuable?

Inspect the pieces looking for markings such as “925,” “. 925” or “sterling” for pieces made in the U.S. These pieces are usually darker in color and are naturally lighter in weight. Sterling silver pieces have intrinsic value, and can often be resold.

Is silver plated worth anything?

Silver is a valuable metal that has a long-lasting intrinsic value. On the contrary, silver-plated items are only worth what the buyer has to offer. Unlike silver that has a melting value, silverplate doesn’t. Besides, each item has a small amount of silver.

Where did Simeon L and George H Rogers make silver?

SIMEON L. & GEORGE H. ROGERS CO. Active in Hartford, CT, from 1900. The firm was acquired by Wm. A. Rogers Ltd in 1918 and absorbed by Oneida Silversmiths in 1929. The production was located also in Canada (supposedly after 1918, when the firm was acquired by Wm A. Rogers Ltd)

When is Simeon George Rogers co Oneida Countess II on sale?

The item “Simeon George Rogers Co Oneida COUNTESS II Silverplate Service for 8 92 Pcs” is in sale since Thursday, June 6, 2019. This item is in the category “Antiques\\Silver\\Silverplate\\Flatware & Silverware”.

Where can I buy Simeon Rogers presentation silver plate?

The seller is “rejoice53787″ and is located in Poughkeepsie, New York. This item can be shipped worldwide. Simeon L & George H Rogers PRESENTATION Silverplate 55pc Svc for 8 Flatware +Box.

When was the first Oneida flatware pattern made?

The first flatware Design Patterns were obtained by the company in 1881, but its production couldn’t compete with higher quality silver made by other companies. Oneida decided to turn out to higher quality and better designed lined and the new pattern “Avalon” was exhibited at the 1901 Buffalo Exposition.