About Michelle Lieberman Expertise My expertise is in the area of American sterling silver and coin silver flatware and holloware, including identifying silversmiths and makers, types and patterns of flatware and their usage. I am unable to answer questions pertaining to silverplate or foreign silver.
Experience With over 25 years experience in selling vintage silver, I now devote much of my time educating others in this field.
Education/Credentials BA California State University Los Angeles
Question I have 12 pastry forks that were purchsed from J.Wiss & Sons in Newark, NJ probably near 1830. They are stamped with a star followed by Rogers & Bro.A.1. The pattern is 1 flower, possibly a daffodil. I haven't been able to find a picture or discription to name the pattern, but I'm trying to find out the value. Thanks for any help you can give me.
Answer Hello Ana. I'm afraid your forks aren't going to be quite so old. J. Wiss & Sons began in business in 1885 as a cutlery manufacturer, and didn't start retailing goods made by others until 1887.
I really need to see what the pattern looks like. Any chance you could post a photo? Also, do you have the box the forks came in?
