Frequently Asked Questions
Q: I have a dinnerware setting that is marked 1847 Rogers Bros. Are my pieces made from silver?
A: 1847 is the year Rogers Bros. was founded and is part their hallmark; it is not the year your flatware was manufactured. The IS (International Silver) stamp indicates you have silver plated flatware manufactured after 1898.
Q: I have a 1964 Washington Quarter is it worth more then 25 cents?
A: Washington Quarter minted between 1932 and 1964 have metal composition of 90% Silver and 10% Copper, thus, your coin is worth its silver value, which is more than 25 cents.
Q: Do you purchase sterling silver, like a platter, coffee service?
A: GoodOleTom buys sterling silver flatware and hollowware. These items should be marked Sterling on the back to be considered silver. |
