Whiting Mandarin Sterling, 1917-1918
Whiting Mandarin Sterling, 1917-1918 is an American sterling silver flatware pattern, introduced in 1918, identified by the mark WDSMAN.
| Maker | Whiting |
|---|---|
| Pattern | Whiting Mandarin Sterling, 1917-1918 |
| Mark struck | WDSMAN |
| Period | 1918 |
| Region | American |
| Type | Flatware pattern |
What does the “WDSMAN” mark mean?
This hallmark belongs to the Whiting Manufacturing Company, known for its 'Mandarin' sterling silver pattern produced between 1917 and 1918. Whiting, a prominent American silver maker, was celebrated for intricate designs and high-quality silverware. The 'Mandarin' pattern showcases the company's commitment to craftsmanship and artistic expression in early 20th-century American silver.
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.
Other Whiting marks and patterns
- Tifft & Whiting 1840-1853 Hallmark
- T. W. & Co. 1859-1864 Hallmark
- Whiting Manufacturing Co. 1866 - 1924 Hallmark
- Whiting Livingston A-Engraved Sterling, 1915
- Whiting Grecian Sterling, 1882, Monograms
- Whiting Dorothy Vernon Sterling, 1909, Monograms
- Whiting Colonial B-Engraved Sterling, 1907
- Whiting Cinderella Sterling, Monograms
- Whiting No 1 Sterling, 1885
- Whiting Indian Sterling, 1874
- Whiting Prince Albert Sterling, 1855
- Whiting Oval Twist Sterling, 1880