Silverplate Flatware
10 Tips for Collecting and Buying Silverware
“How can I tell if my flatware is sterling or silverplated?” This is the most frequently-asked question at SilverCollect.com. If it doesn’t have the word “sterling”, then it most likely is not sterling silver. The word “sterling” is found on American silver dating after 1860. Early American silver is very rare and was usually marked... »
How to Detect Modified Sterling and Silverplate Flatware
A number of modified flatware pieces regularly appear for sale on the internet at both auction and fixed-price web sites. A modified flatware item is a commonly-found piece which has been altered to make it appear to be a more valuable, rare or collectible piece. A large number of modifications occur with collectible or... »
The Most Popular 1847 Rogers Bros. Patterns in 1896
According to 1847 Rogers Bros., its most popular silverplate flatware patterns in 1896 were Vesta, Shell and Etruscan, as shown in the antique ad below. The 9 inch knife as shown in the ad was only available in the Shell pattern. Patterns from left to right: Shell Teaspoon and Dessert Spoon. Vesta Teaspoon and Dessert... »
The 1847 Rogers Girl
From 1899 until 1909, International Silver used a girl’s head with bonnet in advertising campaigns. In 1909 Advertising Manager, William G. Snow, developed his idea of using a full-size, real model costumed in 1847 attire. The 1847 Girl toured the country advertising silverware, and appeared in vaudeville theaters, jewelry stores and events where she... »
Viande or Grille Flatware Sets
Inspired by a 1920s design by Finnish architect and designer, Eliel Saarinen, the viande or grille flatware set was born. Viande is a French word for meat. The term used to describe the style evolved into Grille which is a variation of the French term for cooked on a grill or broiled. Another term... »
More on 1936 Coronation Silverplate Flatware
Previously, we posted a couple of entries about 1936 Coronation silverplate flatware and holloware. We’ve been asked to provide a bit more info on the flatware, particularly those pieces produced in addition to the regular place setting pieces. Below is a 1946 advertisement showing some of the pieces in production at that time. Flatware pieces... »
1893 Columbia – Antique Silverplate Flatware
The 1893 Columbia silverplate flatware pattern was designed and produced by 1847 Rogers Bros. It was specifically designed for the 1893 Chicago Columbian Exposition to celebrate the 400th anniversary of Christopher Columbus’ discovery in 1492. The exposition was actually held one year later than planned. The Columbia pattern features a stylized dolphin wrapped around the... »
1897 Berkshire – Antique Silverplate Flatware
Berkshire, by 1847 Rogers Bros., is a very collectible flatware pattern. The berry and nut spoon, measuring 8 3/4 inches long, was one of the most popular pieces by this silver manufacturer. Many of the serving pieces, such as the cold meat fork and soup ladle, were made in varying sizes. Rogers advertised the... »
1906 Grenoble – Gloria Silverplate Flatware
1906 Grenoble, also commonly known as “Gloria” silverplate flatware pattern was produced by Wm. A. Rogers (now Oneida). This pattern is also known as “Japanese Lily” and was produced by Rogers exclusively for a Boston wholesale firm in the French Gray sterling finish. Below is an ad for Japanese Lily. From the ad shown (right): “Popular... »
Antique Silver Berry and Strawberry Forks
Berry and Strawberry forks were produced for most antique sterling silver and silverplate flatware patterns. Some patterns had 2 tine berry forks and some had 3 tines. The 2 tine forks are often incorrectly identified as hors d’oeurves, oyster, seafood and other types of forks. If you have unsuccessfully searched for berry forks in... »
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