The letter is a way to differentiate and identify exactly which mold the pan was cast from. There are often numbers on the bottom of a piece of cast iron cookware that are clearly not a size number.
As cast iron became more popular and manufacturing increased on a national level, manufacturers created pattern numbers that were unique for the particular model, type, size, and pattern produced. To add some extra fun to the mystery, the manufacturers all had their own versions so the pattern numbers are not identical across the board. If you're confused about a particular number on the bottom of your pan, a quick Google search will help turn up some more detailed information on the specific vintage cast iron model in question.
These pans can be hard to identify with the lack of distinguishing markers. These were made unmarked in the same way that 'no-name' products are made today. Retailers and manufacturers alike didn't want to tarnish and cheapen the name of the store brand cast iron, but wanted to have a pan available at a lower price point. The funny thing about these unmarked pieces and quite different compared to most no-name items made these days is that they are often very similar, if not the same quality of the store brand labeled cookware.
Vintage cast iron can be found in a variety of places, for a variety of prices that don't always coincide with the true value. The best place to score a great deal on cast iron is at a yard sale, where the seller may price low not realizing the full value of the piece that they own. Antique markets can be hit or miss in terms of value. Online sources like eBay and Etsy have the most readily available and wide range of choices but it's still important to research the product well before you purchase.
Many vintage vendors will try to get you to overpay for your cast iron. If you want to get into vintage cast iron collecting, arming yourself well with thorough research is definitely the name of the game. I am sorry, that I interrupt you, but, in my opinion, there is other way of the decision of a question. If anyone knows? Would love to find out. I would like to know the price of one of my Griswold pan… So I would like to have a contact so I can share some pictures of it…. In in while stationed Panama , Canal Zone I from a captain going to Vietnam all is house furniture including a cast iron pan which I still use.
I am redoing it for the first time in 54 years, I found th Brand Griswold, in a round logo inside a cross. Can you tell me how old is it? June 21, 5 min read. June 18, 5 min read. However, ensure you maintain it properly. The Wagner cast iron conducts heat quickly and can withstand very high temperatures. It comes in handy if you need to cook over rowan fire.
Its rustic look also makes your kitchen a historic feel. Equally important is that Wagner cast iron is more elegant in look and better than most modern cast iron cookware , which is rough. The makers of the Wagner cast iron paid attention to every detail, as both the interior and exterior of the cookware are smooth. The Wagner cast iron can be a mess when you first come across it. This is because it has spent many years unused and uncared for. However, you can restore it to its original condition.
Ensure you clean it with warm water, mild soap, and a non-scratch scrubber. This will remove the dirt buildup and prepare the pan for seasoning. If it is rusty, make a mixture of salt and lime, apply some on steel wool and use it to scrub the affected area vigorously.
If you clean it well, the pan will look new as the day it was made. Wagner cast iron is highly-treasured cookware because of its excellent performance and rarity. You can buy it as a collectible or add it to the cookware you use in the kitchen. However, ensure you buy the original Wagner cast iron as many fake ones sell for high prices in the market. My wife bought me an awesome Griswold skillet from you a few years ago. The beautiful thick seasoning on the bottom of the pan is flaking off and making a mess in our stove.
What went wrong? I have some Wagner skillets with seasoning instructions on the bottom does anyone know when they where made. Thanks for the history lesson, Pan Handler. It cleaned up real nice and is my favorite in my collection. Thanks for sharing you info on Wagner Ware and regards, Rick.
Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Here are some of the things that determine the value of Wagner cast iron: The construction The construction often determines how old the cookware is and how much it is worth.
The condition The condition of the Wagner cast iron also determines its value. The rarity This is perhaps the most significant determinant of the Wagner cast iron value. Wagner Ware — However, in , the first trademark was modified. Stylized logo — Around , Wagner Cast Iron made a stylized logo, which became an iconic trademark. Pie Logo The stylized logo was used for some time before variations were added to it.
It can withstand extremely high temperatures The Wagner cast iron conducts heat quickly and can withstand very high temperatures. It is more elegant than modern cast iron Equally important is that Wagner cast iron is more elegant in look and better than most modern cast iron cookware , which is rough. It is non-stick when adequately seasoned The Wagner cast iron can be a mess when you first come across it.
Another easy sign that you can use to determine the age of your pan is the Made in USA mark that you can find on the bottom of the pan.
This was used during the s when trade requirements were extremely tight, and manufacturers had to mention the country of origin of all pieces produced. This is an identifier for a large number of cast iron skillets produced during the s and afterward. If the pan has a manufacturer logo, you can see it at the bottom of the pan. Apart from these books, you can also look for the manufacturers online, but these books are the most comprehensive collections to use.
When looking for manufacturer logos, you can identify the age of your pan more easily, but care has to be taken. Additionally, even unmarked pans have small manufacturer identifiers that you can use to tell their age.
These are some of the earliest pans produced by the Griswold Manufacturing Company. Earlier versions of their pans did not contain the entire name. If your pan has only the word ERIE on it, it is possible it is from the Griswold Manufacturing Company and was made during the late s or during the early s.
Based on the logos, the following categories can be found:. This skillet is rare, valuable, and extremely sought after. It is also produced by the Griswold Manufacturing Company. The pan features a design of a spider web with a spider in it and the words ERIE etched into the body of the spider. If it is in excellent condition, it can have a market value of thousands of dollars, and you will find buyers and collectors flocking to take this piece off your hands.
Another type of cast iron skillet pans produced by the Griswold Manufacturing Company is the Iron Mountain skillets. Made in the s, the Iron Mountain skillets have a very distinctive handle, which makes them easy to identity. They also have a pan number on the bottom, a heat ring, and a product number 4 digits at the bottom.
These pans were also made by the Griswold Manufacturing Company, but they made during and However, the pans made during carry the Griswold name. They also feature a heat ring, a pan number as well as the product number consisting of 4 digits that are on the bottom of the pan. If your skillet is unmarked and only has a heat ring with notches in it, then it is a Lodge skillet.
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