WM Rogers & Son Silverplate Serving Spoon / Ladle
Flatware (Serving Spoon / Small Ladle) · WM. A. Rogers / WM. Rogers & Son (part of International Silver Company family)
Pattern: Traditional Floral / Rococo Scroll Motif (c. mid-20th century)
Type
Flatware (Serving Spoon / Small Ladle)
Maker
WM. A. Rogers / WM. Rogers & Son (part of International Silver Company family)
Material
Electroplated Nickel Silver (EPNS / Silverplate)
Dimensions
Approximately 6 to 7 inches (15-18 cm) in length, weight approximately 40-60 grams
Description
A classic American silverplated serving utensil manufactured by WM. A. Rogers. Featuring an ornate floral crest at the handle's terminal flanked by delicate scrollwork, this versatile serving piece exhibits the traditional design language popular in mid-century American dining table settings.
Key Features
Incised backmark identifying WM. A. ROGERS, floral motif cartouche at the terminal, and durable silver electroplate construction.
Material & Composition
Electroplated Nickel Silver (EPNS / Silverplate)
Finish & Decoration
Polished silver plating over base metal with relief floral medallion and scroll ornament on handle tip and stem
Hallmarks & Stamps
Stamped 'WM. A. ROGERS' in a recessed cartouche, alongside manufacturer identification codes ('IS' for International Silver or factory mark)
Construction Details
Die-struck and stamped electroplated base metal flatware piece
Functional Features
Deep spoon/ladle bowl intended for serving sauces, gravies, or condiments
Handle & Grip Details
Flat, solid stamped metal handle with tapered profile terminating in a decorative flared floral terminal
Craftsmanship Details
Commercial mass-production die-stamping with applied electroplate coating, featuring crisp relief detailing on the handle.
Authentication Indicators
Clear machine-stamped manufacturer backstamp on the back of the neck; lack of 'Sterling' or '.925' marks confirms silverplate composition.
Origin & Manufacturing
United States, manufactured by International Silver Co. / WM. A. Rogers Division
Era & Period
Mid-20th Century Traditional / Neo-Rococo revival
Age Estimate
Circa 1930s-1960s
Cultural Significance
Represents mid-century American mass-market formal dining culture, where accessible silverplated flatware allowed middle-class households to own elegant dinnerware.
Condition Notes
Fair to Good overall thrift/secondhand condition; shows moderate surface scratching, tarnish deposits, and minor plating wear near the bowl and stem consistent with age and use.
Value Estimate
$3 to $10 USD (Thrift store / replacement flatware market value)
Care & Maintenance
Clean with mild soap and warm water, then polish gently using a quality silver cream such as Wright's Silver Cream. Avoid abrasive pads or harsh chemical dips that strip thin electroplating.
Similar Pieces
1847 Rogers Bros, Holmes & Edwards, and Oneida Community silverplate serving spoons of similar floral revival patterns.
Interesting Facts
WM. A. Rogers was one of the most prolific American silverplate brand names, eventually absorbed into the massive International Silver Company conglomerate which dominated 20th-century American table settings.