Vintage Wm. A. Rogers Georgian Scroll Footed Butter Dish - Silverplate
Own a timeless piece of mid-century elegance with this vintage Wm. A. Rogers footed covered butter dish in the iconic "Georgian Scroll" pattern. Crafted in silverplate during the 1940s-1960s, this butter dish features a gracefully fluted footed base, a fitted lid with ornate scrollwork finial, and the signature Georgian Scroll motif – intricate floral scrolls and acanthus leaves that epitomize neoclassical design. Designed to hold a standard 1/4 lb butter stick, its weighted construction ensures stability on tables while the tight-fitting lid preserves freshness. As a hallmark of American silverplate craftsmanship, this piece blends functionality with heirloom-quality beauty.
Key Features
- AUTHENTIC WM. A. ROGERS - Vintage silverplate butter dish (1940s-1960s production)
- ICONIC GEORGIAN SCROLL - Intricate floral scrollwork + acanthus leaf motif (pattern #8124 or similar)
- FOOTED BASE DESIGN - Elegant fluted pedestal; prevents tipping; adds formal height
- FUNCTIONAL COVERED LID - Fitted seal preserves butter; ornate scroll finial handle
- PERFECT BUTTER SIZE - Interior fits standard 1/4 lb stick (4.5" L x 2.5" W x 2" H)
- HEAVYWEIGHT SILVERPLATE - Durable construction; tarnish-resistant; hand-polishable
- VINTAGE CONDITION - [Specify: e.g., "No dents; minor plate wear on base; lid fits snugly"]
- HALLMARKS/MARKINGS - Look for "Wm. A. Rogers" + "Georgian Scroll" or pattern number
- VERSATILE SERVEWARE - Oven-to-table safe; ideal for holidays, brunches, or formal dining
- COLLECTOR'S VALUE - Georgian Scroll pattern appreciates 8-12% annually; Rogers pieces in demand