Wm. Rogers Mfg. Co. Silver-Plated Flatware

This item is a piece of silver-plated flatware, likely a fork or spoon, featuring the stamped hallmarks of the Wm. Rogers Mfg. Co. The object is composed of a base metal, typically nickel silver (an alloy of copper, nickel, and zinc), which has been electroplated with a thin layer of fine silver. The most prominent feature is the clear, incised backstamp which reads "WM. ROGERS MFG. CO." followed by "ORIGINAL ROGERS". These markings indicate mass production under the International Silver Company umbrella, which used these specific trade names to denote their silver-plated lines starting in the late 19th through the mid-20th century. Physically, the handle exhibits a polished, reflective silver finish with a slight yellowish undertone in certain lighting, characteristic of vintage silver plate. The surface shows evidence of moderate wear, including fine micro-scratches known as 'patina' and some potential thinning of the silver layer at the high points, though no significant 'bleeding' of the base metal is visible in this frame. The craftsmanship represents high-quality commercial manufacturing of the early to mid-20th century, designed for durability in middle-class households. The absence of a 'Sterling' or '925' mark confirms this is a plated item rather than solid silver.