Wm. Rogers Mfg. Co. Silverplate Flatware

This item is a piece of silver-plated flatware, likely a spoon or fork handle, featuring a high-polish metallic finish. The construction consists of a base metal, typically nickel silver or brass, which has been electroplated with a layer of fine silver. On the reverse side of the narrow handle, there are two distinct stamped hallmarks: 'WM. ROGERS MFG. CO.' and 'ORIGINAL ROGERS' in block lettering within recessed rectangular borders. These marks identify the piece as a product of the William Rogers Manufacturing Company, a brand associated with the International Silver Company during the 20th century. The item exhibits a bright, reflective luster with visible surface micro-scratches and minor scuffs consistent with moderate domestic use. There is light tarnishing developing in the crevices of the stamped lettering, which is typical for vintage silverplate. No significant 'bleeding' (where the base metal shows through the silver) is immediately apparent in this section, suggesting the plating remains largely intact. The style of the lettering and the specific 'Original Rogers' mark suggest a mid-20th-century production date, likely between 1930 and 1960. The overall craftsmanship is characteristic of mass-produced American hollowware and flatware intended for the middle-market consumer of the era.