Overview
A classic example of American silverplate hollowware featuring the ornate 'Spring Flower' pattern.
1Identify
Preliminary identification
Wm. Rogers & Son 'Spring Flower' Silverplate Tray, c.1951
Photo reference
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Story
In the years following World War II, American families embraced a new era of domestic elegance, seeking to bring the grandeur of old-world aristocracy into their own suburban dining rooms.
Maker / Origin
The Rogers name is legendary in American silver, dating back to the three Rogers brothers who pioneered electroplating in the 1840s.
Condition & Value
The photos show significant tarnish and some surface scratching consistent with age and use. Silverplate values are currently modest as modern lifestyles have shifted away from high-maintenance formal service.
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