Whiting Heraldic Sterling, 1880, Monograms

Whiting Heraldic Sterling, 1880, Monograms is an American sterling silver flatware pattern, produced 1880–1950, identified by the mark WDSHER1.

MakerWhiting
PatternWhiting Heraldic Sterling, 1880, Monograms
Mark struckWDSHER1
Period1880–1950
RegionAmerican
TypeFlatware pattern
Whiting Heraldic Sterling, 1880, Monograms hallmark, WDSHER1

What does the “WDSHER1” mark mean?

This hallmark from 1880 represents the Whiting Manufacturing Company's 'Heraldic' sterling silver pattern, known for its intricate monogram designs. Whiting was a prominent American silver manufacturer, renowned for producing high-quality silverware during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Items with this hallmark are sought after by collectors for their exquisite craftsmanship and historical significance in American silver history.

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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