Whiting Dorothy Vernon Sterling, 1909, Monograms

Whiting Dorothy Vernon Sterling, 1909, Monograms is an American sterling silver flatware pattern, produced 1909–Present, identified by the mark WDSDOV1.

MakerWhiting
PatternWhiting Dorothy Vernon Sterling, 1909, Monograms
Mark struckWDSDOV1
Period1909–Present
RegionAmerican
TypeFlatware pattern
Whiting Dorothy Vernon Sterling, 1909, Monograms hallmark, WDSDOV1

What does the “WDSDOV1” mark mean?

The Whiting Dorothy Vernon Sterling pattern, introduced in 1909 and continued in later reissues, is a classic example of early 20th-century American decorative silver. The design features a gently tapered handle with a rounded end, framed by a soft raised border. Its signature element is the floral and scroll accent placed near the terminal—elegant but not overly ornate—giving the pattern a warm, traditional character typical of Whiting’s early-1900s work. This example includes monograms, which fit naturally within the smooth central portion of the handle, a common feature on original Whiting production. The internal code WDSDOV1 corresponds to later cataloging used by Whiting/Gorham for pattern identification. Dorothy Vernon is valued for its approachable styling: decorative enough to stand out on a formal table, yet simple enough for everyday sterling use.

What is Whiting sterling silver worth?

SebastianCharles Auctions catalogues and sells Whiting sterling silver at auction from our gallery at 5263 Edina Industrial Blvd, Edina, Minnesota. Value depends on the individual piece and its condition, and on the number of place settings in a flatware service. Send photographs of the mark and the piece for a free auction estimate, or call (612) 280-1377. Formal written appraisals are billed hourly from $150, with most reports delivered within two weeks.

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