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About Jim Stringer
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Expertise
I can answer questions about sterling flatware and other sterling pieces. I cannot answer specific questions about silver plate pieces. I gain much of my information through my discussion blog about sterling flatware, www.SilverChatter.com.

Experience
Buyer and seller of sterling pieces for over ten years. Author of the blog, www.SilverChatter.com. Sterling silver writer for www.Examiner.com.

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Examiner.com; SilverChatter.com

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BS, University of Alabama; MS, University of Maryland

   

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rebacraft2/8/2010Jim Stringer
  Q: I have a set of rebacraft gold silverware from Japan. How much is this worth?
  A: I'm not familiar with this brand but I'll make an educated guess that this set is made of stainless ...
oneida silversmiths silverware2/8/2010Jim Stringer
  Q: I have a silverware set that is about 25 years old or older never been used or taking out of the ...
  A: Misty. I believe this is a stainless steel set. To make sure, compare your set to the pictures at ...
1847 rogers bros. eternally love 76 piece2/8/2010Jim Stringer
  Q: I have this set of Rogers Bros.silverware and wondering if anyone could tell me if it's worth ...
  A: Debra. I don't know of an "Eternally Love" pattern by Rogers but there is one called "Eternally ...
Sterling Silver Value2/8/2010Jim Stringer
  Q: I am considering the sale of my sterling silver flatware. I have eight (8) complete 5-piece place ...
  A: Elsa. Since the value can vary depending upon the specific serving pieces you have, I suggest you ...
salt stains on EPNS2/7/2010Jim Stringer
  Q: Don't know if you can help, but I've got some old EPNS salt pots that are heavily stained and/or ...
  A: Lela. I'm sorry but I don't have any experience with this type of problem. If these are cherished ...
gold plated Solingen 12 pc set2/7/2010Jim Stringer
  Q: I was given a complete 12 pc gold plated flatware set along with all serving ware (soup ladle, cake ...
  A: Dori. Look at the pictures associated with the patterns listed on this page: ...
Heritage silver plate Q for you or Michelle Lieberman2/7/2010Jim Stringer
  Q: I have an 18 inch platter with mark on back "Heritage 1847 Rogers Bros. IS 9473" and wondered it's ...
  A: Louise. I have not seen posts from Michelle in a few months. I'm not sure if she is still ...
Paisley Wilcox S.P. Co. International Silver Co. 3372/7/2010Jim Stringer
  Q: Recently I picked up, Paisley Wilcox S.P. Co. International Silver Co. 337, Compote Round ...
  A: Tracy. Paisley Wilcox was taken over by International Silver in 1898 so the piece can't be older ...
rogers&bro 5piece set2/6/2010Jim Stringer
  Q: The tea pot and coffee pot have 2301 markings on the bottom. The sugar holder says 2303 & Creamer ...
  A: Nikki. These are silver plate pieces. Here is a link to a similar item currently for sale on eBay: ...
Silverware2/6/2010Jim Stringer
  Q: We found some silverware in a desk of ours. Several pieces are stamped "1847 Rogers Bros XS ...
  A: Ace. As far as I can tell, all the marks you listed are found on silver plate pieces. As such, ...
Wm. A. Rogers Coffee / Tea set2/6/2010Jim Stringer
  Q: Jim, I am a complete novice so need some guidance. From an old relative who passed, I have a Wm. A ...
  A: Lorie. Your set probably is silver plate. "Wm A Rogers" was taken over by Oneida many years ago. ...
Silver Pill Box2/6/2010Jim Stringer
  Q: I bought this small pill/snuff box the other day from a charity shop for 50p. It's about 4cm in ...
  A: Gareth. I'm sorry that I cannot shed any additional light on this piece. Without marks, it's ...
help identifying trademark on silver teapot2/5/2010Jim Stringer
  Q: I have a silver teapot with the following engravings on the bottom: a rope-like design shaped like ...
  A: Peggy. I have delayed answering for a couple of days so I could do some research regarding your ...
marrow spoon2/5/2010Jim Stringer
  Q: I have what I believe is a sterling silver marrow spoon, and I would love an approximate value. It ...
  A: Anthony. Without knowing the manufacturer and pattern, it's hard to say what the value is. You ...
flatware2/5/2010Jim Stringer
  Q: I bought some flatware at a garage sale. they are stamped Nica 100 and the others are stamped WM ...
  A: Fred. I do not know about the Nica 100 but if they don't say "sterling" on the pieces, I doubt that ...
Gorham Chantilly2/4/2010Jim Stringer
  Q: Mr Stringer: I recently inherited a large amount of subject. Can you recommend a knowledgeable and ...
  A: Judith. I'm sorry that I don't know of such shops in your area. However, I'm sure they exist. I ...
Silver salt and pepper shakers2/4/2010Jim Stringer
  Q: I just bought a set of salt and pepper shakers at a flea mkt. I paid twelve dollars for the set. ...
  A: Vicki. I'm not familiar with these pieces or this company. However, here are links to a couple of ...
very old picture frame2/4/2010Jim Stringer
  Q: Would you be able to tell me if the picture frame I have is worth anything? It is and old, heavy, ...
  A: Robbi. Since there are no marks on it that would indicate that it is sterling, I'm assuming it is ...
silverware2/4/2010Jim Stringer
  Q: what does warranted 12dwt stand for ,is this on plate or sterling? thank you for your time and ...
  A: Russell. "dwt" is the abbreviation for pennyweight, which is 1/20th of a troy ounce. It defines ...
For Sale2/4/2010Jim Stringer
  Q: I have a 20pc set of Celebrity China Wite Rose that is brand new in the box, and a 12pc set of ...
  A: Casey. You might try www.replacements.com to see if they will buy your sets. They work by fax, ...
1847 Rogers Bros Pitcher2/3/2010Jim Stringer
  Q: I was given the attached pitcher from my aunt that had passed away. I think it is neat, but am not ...
  A: Kim. It looks like a water pitcher to me. You can find items in this patter at this link: ...
Theodore B. Starr silver crumber2/3/2010Jim Stringer
  Q: I have a few antique sterling silver pieces that I am interested in finding the approximate value ...
  A: David. Here's my best shot: - Gorham shakers: Several Gorham shakers have sold on eBay in the past ...
SILVER CANTEEN SET2/3/2010Jim Stringer
  Q: Can you provide any info on a J E DIXON AND SONS LTD LONDON AND SHEFFIELD FULL SET canteen of ...
  A: Duncan. I'm sorry to say that I don't know much about British silver and I'm afraid to just guess. ...
sterling silver flatward2/2/2010Jim Stringer
  Q: I have a complete set of sterling silver flatware. 5 piece place settings for 12. 1969 Oneida ...
  A: There is a very thin secondary market for this pattern so a dealer is going to offer a low price in ...
Help identifying silver piece2/2/2010Jim Stringer
  Q: I was wondering if you can identify this silver piece I have. I've had it for numerous years and ...
  A: Kim. I can't tell enough from the partial picture that was attached. You can send me more pictures ...
sterling flatware2/2/2010Jim Stringer
  Q: How much is a 58 piece Stieff Rose pattern sterling flatware set worth? Thank you
  A: Dana. There are some variables that will affect the value significantly: 1. What are the specific ...
Flatware2/2/2010Jim Stringer
  Q: I used the info that was given on the present vip flatware. I found that my set is the pattern ptc7. ...
  A: Jonathan. I'm not familiar with this pattern but the description at www.replacements.com says it is ...
1847 rogers bro,/silent butler2/1/2010Jim Stringer
  Q: The item I have looks like a dust pan but after some research it is a silent butler/crumber. On the ...
  A: Steve. This looks like a very nice silver plate piece. I could not find a similar Rogers piece in ...
Lilac Time - 1881 Rogers By Oneida Ltd. Silversmiths2/1/2010Jim Stringer
  Q: I have a 12 piece complete set of Lilac Time in a wooden chest which has a lid on top and a drawer ...
  A: Bobbie. Go to this page: http://www.replacements.com/webquote/OHSLIT.htm . The prices you see there ...
rogers&bro flatware2/1/2010Jim Stringer
  Q: I inherited some silverware from my grandmother, and it says, Rogers%26 Bro. Reinforced Plate, IS ...
  A: Jodi. This set is made of silver plate. The "IS" stands for International Silver which took over ...
ROGERS SILVER2/1/2010Jim Stringer
  Q: I HAVE SEVERAL PEICES OF FORKS, KNIVES AND SPOONS, ANTIQUE SILVERWARE WITH THE NAME ROGERS, ...
  A: Sam. Email addresses are not passed through to me but this answer should get to you via email ...
1847 Rogers Brothers IS2/1/2010Jim Stringer
  Q: I have a complete 8 piece setting of 1847 Rogers Brothers IS, pattern "Adoration". I would like to ...
  A: Kristen. The "IS" represents International Silver which took over Rogers Bros many years ago. It's ...
Value of our Rogers Flatware set1/31/2010Jim Stringer
  Q: My Mom gave me a large set(58 pce) of Rogers flatware. It came from her Mom. There is a matching ...
  A: Vickie. The "1847 Rogers..." pieces are silver plate. Without knowing the specific pattern, it's ...
antique silver flatware1/31/2010Jim Stringer
  Q: I have 2 different patterns of random pieces from the mid 19th. century; -Grecian pattern(ram's ...
  A: Jack. I waited a couple of days to respond while I reviewed everything I have. I'm afraid I can't ...
pot with lid1/31/2010Jim Stringer
  Q: I found these in my grandma basement many years ago. I recently cleaned one with silver polish. It ...
  A: I may have to punt on this one. I assume the name, "Tanabe", is Japanese. If so, the question ...
silver spoons1/31/2010Jim Stringer
  Q: i found a bunch of spoons in my grandparents old house, they are marked Simeon L and George H Rogers ...
  A: Gary. This particular Rogers company was taken over by Oneida many years ago. If you like, you may ...
1847 Rogers Bros. - IS Remembrance1/31/2010Jim Stringer
  Q: What can you tell me about this 44 piece service for eight with chest? How do I care for it? The ...
  A: Karen. This set is silver plate. The "IS" represents International Silver which took over Rogers ...
pot with lid1/30/2010Jim Stringer
  Q: I found these in my grandma basement many years ago. I recently cleaned one with silver polish. It ...
  A: Jane. I can't tell if they are silver or not. Do you see any words, numbers or marks on the bottom ...
1847 Rogers Bros1/30/2010Jim Stringer
  Q: I have an 1847 Rogers Brothers silverware box set, i was wondering how much money it would be worth?
  A: Tracy. You didn't mention the pattern so it's hard to nail down a firm estimate. However, it's a ...
R. Wallace silverware1/30/2010Jim Stringer
  Q: I have just been given my grandmother's large set of silverware, which I am trying to identify and ...
  A: Based upon your comment, I did some further research and wrote an article about this set of marks: ...

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