Do you have a Griswold cast iron skillet and want to know its age or how to identify it using Logos? In this article, you can learn to date and recognize your Griswold cast iron using markings and logos. I will focus on the dates and logos for collectible cast iron skillets manufactured by Selden…
There is something special about using vintage cast iron pans; I am not alone. Many enthusiasts enjoy collecting these old pieces of cookware from different foundries and learning about the history of their cast iron cookware. In this article, you can learn the history of the Griswold Manufacturing Company, including background on the company, product lines,…
Wagner cast iron cookware is regarded by many as some of the finest examples of 19th and 20th century cast iron. Much of the cast iron is over 100 years old and still usable today. These antique pans are sought-after by enthusiasts who prefer vintage cast iron to newer pans. But identifying and dating these old Wagner…
Do you have a piece of antique cast iron named Favorite Piqua Ware? This vintage cast iron hollowware is from a foundry called Favorite Stove and Range, and it’s one of the most beloved brands for collectors and users of vintage cast iron cookware. In this article, you can learn the history of the Favorite…
Wapak Hollow Ware Co is a familiar name for vintage cast iron collectors. The scarce Indian Head and Chicken Foot logos are incredibly sought-after and highly prized. However, in this article, you can learn the history of Wapak, how to date, and how to identify your Wapak cast iron cookware using logos and markings. Wapak…
Sidney Hollowware Company has to be one of my favorite companies that made cast iron cookware. The cast iron tends to have very few molding imperfections and is smooth on the interior and the exterior. Unfortunately, the company is not as well known as Griswold or Wagner Ware and only manufactured cast iron for a short period….
Suppose you’re lucky enough to have a piece of vintage cast iron made by the Sidney Hollow Ware Company. Then you have ironware from the 19th century of history in your hands. Amazingly, you can find old Sidney skillets at Estate sales, antique auctions, online, and thrift stores for a relatively small price. I have a few…