WM. A. Rogers. Silver-Plated Flatware in Original Box.

The image shows a set of WM A Rogers silver-plated flatware in its original box. Here's some information about the company and the flatware:WM A Rogers History William Hazen Rogers was a silversmith who started his career as an apprentice to Joseph Church in Hartford, Connecticut. In 1825, Rogers partnered with Church to form Church & Rogers, which manufactured silver-plated flatware and hollowware. Rogers also partnered with his younger brother, Asa Harris Rogers, as "A. Rogers Jr. & Co.". The mark with (eagle) WM Rogers (star) is the trademark for the 1841 partnership of William and Simeon Rogers. The mark Wm. Rogers surrounded by a star and eagle was used by William Rogers between 1825 to 1841 on his coin silver spoons. The "WM A Rogers" mark was later used by International Silver Company after they acquired the rights to the name. Most WM Rogers silverware is silver-plated, not sterling silver, due to its durability and lower cost. Silver-plated items are often magnetic.