Wagner Cast Iron – History, Value, Identity Guide

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Wagner cast iron is antique cookware that is regarded as one of the best in the market. Despite its age, it still works fine. It is bought by people who prefer vintage cast iron cookware or collectible enthusiasts. However, it can be challenging to identify Wagner cast iron. Below is the cookware’s history and how to identify it.

This article will cover

  • History of Wagner Cast Iron
  • The Value Of The Wagner Cast Iron
  • The Identify Guide Of The Wagner Cast Iron
  • Why Use The Wagner Cast Iron

History of Wagner Cast Iron

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Wagner cast iron was produced by the Wagner Manufacturing Company, founded by two brothers, Bernard and Milton Wagner, in 1891 in Sydney, Shelby County, Ohio. In the following years, two more Wagner brothers, Louis and William, joined the company.

The company was one of the largest manufacturers of cookware in America during its time. Their range of products included scoops, kettles, bean pots, skillets, Dutch ovens, griddles, waffle irons, etc. They also had a nickel-plated range of products that didn’t react to acidic foods.

In 1894, they started manufacturing aluminum cookware, making them one of the pioneer companies. They had the most advanced manufacturing facility, and they were globally recognized and awarded for it.

Wagner Manufacturing Company
Wagner Manufacturing plant in Sidney, Ohio (1913)

During this period, they had competitors, such as the Sidney Hollow Ware founded by Philip Smith and Griswold. Sidney’s products were of high quality and sold well in the market. However, in 1987, they bought Sidney Hollow Ware.

This acquisition strengthened the Wagner Manufacturing Company. Even though Sidney was resold back to Philip in 1903, it wasn’t reopened.

To cope with the reduction in sales during the Great Depression, the company introduced a new product, Magnalite. Even though this product was highly successful, it didn’t stop the decrease in sales. The company could no longer cope and was sold to a car manufacturing company, Randall Company, in 1952.

The Randall Company also acquired Griswold in 1957.  Both companies were resold to Textron in 1959. Finally, in 1969, General Housewares Corporation bought both Wagner and Griswold and officially stopped production in 1994. In 2005, the American Culinary Corporation bought both Wagner and Griswold.

Wagner cast iron cookware was one of the finest in its days. They were ultra-light and of high quality, characteristics that most modern cast iron cookware doesn’t have. As such, they are favorites of antique collectors.

However, you need to know how to identify a Wagner cast iron correctly as there are many adulterated products in the market. You can also check for genuine photos of Wagner cast iron on reliable collector websites to aid your search.

The Value Of The Wagner Cast Iron

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Wagner products are no longer manufactured again. As such, they can hardly be found in the market. Due to their usefulness despite their age, they cost a high amount of money.  They are sold for nothing less than $1500 per piece.

However, not all Wagner products sold at a high price are original. Inferior goods are also sold for high prices under the guise of Wagner products. 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. Usually, vintage cookware like Wagner cast iron often has raised rings at the bottom, allowing some space between the cookware and the stovetop.

Also, every part of the handle is molded together. There is no need for a ridge or rivet. Also, take note of all the markings on the pan’s bottom. If they are the same as Wagner’s trademarks and logos, the cookware is an original Wagner product.

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The condition

The condition of the Wagner cast iron also determines its value. It’s less likely for the cast iron to be the same as the day it was made. However, the fewer changes the cookware has, the higher the value.

If the cast iron is in mint condition, it will be as good as new despite its age. This happens if the cookware was rarely used and properly kept. If the Wagner cast has some flaws, then the condition is excellent.

If it has survived a few crashes, then it is in good condition. The value attached to each condition is different. Ensure you look out for discoloration, signs of repair, chips, etc., before you buy any Wagner cast iron.

The rarity

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This is perhaps the most significant determinant of the Wagner cast iron value. Wagner cast iron cookware is very rare as production no longer takes place. Besides, its unusual characteristics have yet to be matched by most modern cookware manufacturing companies. The value increases with the rarity of the Wagner cast iron piece you find.

The Identify Guide Of The Wagner Cast Iron

Identifying a Wagner Cast iron can be difficult if you don’t know how to go about it. Wagner Cast Iron changed its markings and logos over time. Besides, other companies took over Wagner at some point in time, which caused a change in the markings. Here is a guide on how you can identify Wagner cast iron;

WAGNER (1891 – 1921)

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The company used the trademark “WAGNER” for the first thirty years of its operations. The trademark was incised in a straight line or an arc. Sometimes, it had the incision, “SIDNEY, O” below it. 

Wagner Ware (1914 – 1922)

wagner ware sidney 0

However, in 1914, the first trademark was modified. Wagner Cast Iron started using the trademark “Wagner Ware” on its cookware. They tried their best to insert the new word into the letters on their previous products.

Stylized logo (1922 – 1935)

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Around 1922, Wagner Cast Iron made a stylized logo, which became an iconic trademark. The stylized logo was a combination of large-sized “W,” “SIDNEY,” and “O.” The “W” stood for Wagner Ware and the “O” for Ohio.

However, the stylized logo had no fixed position on the bottoms of the cookware; it was moved around often. Between 1924 and 1935, the logo was set in the center until it was finally fixed in the 12’ O’clock position.

Pie Logo

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The stylized logo was used for some time before variations were added to it. The number and letter were moved a bit upwards, while the words “CAST IRON SKILLET” were added and placed in a 6 o’clock position.

Both the stylized logo and new words were surrounded with a border to form the shape of a wedge. Since the shape looked like the slice of a pie, it was called the pie logo. The pie logo appeared on the skillets for almost ten years before it went out of production. 

However, after 1959, Wagner Cast Iron had been sold to Randall. Randall moved the foundry to Cincinnati; as such, the words “SIDNEY  -O-” were removed from the pie logo. Many people see 1959 as the year high-quality Wagner products were no longer in production. General Housewares Corporations bought Wagner from Randall, and this affected the markings on the skillets. 

Why Use The Wagner Cast Iron

Wagner cast iron still performs better than most modern cast iron though it’s vintage cookware. Here are some of the benefits of using one:

It is tough and durable

Just like its counterparts, Wagner’s cast iron is tough and almost indestructible. This is why it is still useful after many years of production. In fact, it can outlast a lifetime and serve as a family heirloom. However, ensure you maintain it properly.

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It can withstand extremely high temperatures

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. It also distributes heat evenly across the cooking surface and retains heat even after it’s no longer on the stovetop. Its rustic look also makes your kitchen a historic feel.

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. The makers of the Wagner cast iron paid attention to every detail, as both the interior and exterior of the cookware are smooth.

It is non-stick when adequately seasoned

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 as good as new. After cleaning, apply some oil to every side of the pan’s interior and heat it. You’ll notice how non-stick it is when cooking.

Summary

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.

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85 thoughts on “Wagner Cast Iron – History, Value, Identity Guide”

  1. 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? And what’s the best way to restore the finish? Thanks!

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    • If the “seasoning” was thick it was not seasoning, it was an accumulation of old grease. Many people think that is what seasoning is. Proper seasoning results from the polymerization of vegetable based oils. In the past bacon fat was the most commonly used oil, but researchers have found that the diets of modern pigs produces a less suitable fat, thus the use of oils with very high smoke points; flax, grape, canola. Not olive oil, please!

      Search the internet for ways to remove the crud then re-season properly.

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      • If you place the pan in your self cleaning oven it will be restored to its original condition and then you can re- season and use as needed.

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      • Flax seed oil does not have a high smoke point. It’s not among the better oils to season cast iron, the flax seller must have come up with that myth & it’s everywhere now.

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    • Electrolysis method for renewing the pan back to a newer state and reseason it. You won’t be disappointed. I did this to some of my wagnerware pans and now they work beautifully.

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      • I have an 8 inch pan with those instructions also. The finish is coarse. Is this normal or should I sand it smooth?

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        • I have a large Wagner with Sydney underneath than 0 .
          I got it passed down from a great aunt . I would most definitely would say the durability is by far the only pan that I have never had to replace. I have received over 10 years ago & it by far the best . My question to you is this it for has a lot of miles on it but I still use it I believe the true cast iron brown & make food crisper. Is it worth anything today ? Just rough estimate if you have one .
          Thank You in Advance
          Sincerely
          R. Scott
          Indianapolis, In.

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      • I have A Wagner ARE sydney -0-
        At the top in 4 lines but the Wagner is rounded around top of other 3 with 1058 D at the bottom. Can some one tell me year and worth of this fry skillet has lid to go with it also

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  2. Thanks for the history lesson, Pan Handler. Last week I found a
    ” Wagner ” arched with the heat ring, number 8. It cleaned up real nice and is my favorite in my collection. I paid $25 for it at the junk store. Thanks for sharing you info on Wagner Ware and regards, Rick.

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  3. Did Wagner make any “ash tray” skillets between 1891 and 1921? I have one that has the arched Wagner logo (not Wagner Ware) above Sidney and a 0 below. I know it’s old because my grandmother baked a small cake in it for my first birthday in 1961. Could it possibly be dated to 1921 or earlier?

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    • I have a large Wagner with Sydney underneath than 0 .
      I got it passed down from a great aunt . I would most definitely would say the durability is by far the only pan that I have never had to replace. I have received over 10 years ago & it by far the best . My question to you is this it for has a lot of miles on it but I still use it I believe the true cast iron brown & make food crisper. Is it worth anything today ? Just rough estimate if you have one .
      Thank You in Advance
      Sincerely
      Indianapolis, In.

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  4. I have a small tray of this brand with divets that are shaped like an ear of corn. Like a shallow muffin tray? Any idea what it was used for? Is there a way to share a photo with you? It’s about 4 inches by 8 inches with 7 little corn shapes on it

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  5. I have a flat skillet, perhaps a griddle? it looks like it was made in the “22-35” era. I haven’t seen any like this. Do you have any information on this?

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    • I just purchased one also that is flat bottomed.. it says Wagner (but without quotation marks around Wagner) it’s in an arc with a 9. Is it a real Wagner?

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  6. My buddy just gave me some Wagner Ware and this site really helped identify the piece.
    Thanks so much and I’m sure my wife is going to love the weight break.
    Our first piece of Wagner Ware but hopefully not our last.

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  7. We have a skillet, in perfect condition, which we use daily. It is marked “WAGNER” in an arc which tells me it was made during the first 30 years of Wagner manufacturing. The pan measures 9″ on the bottom and 10″ in diameter at the top. But the number on the pan is 8. Why is there a difference and do you know the approximate value?

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  8. I just acquired a #1 Wagner Ware cast iron saucepan. 6 1/2″ w x 2 1/2″ & 5″ long handle. Has Made in USA stamped across the bottom of the pan. I cannot find anything anywhere about this pan. Any ideas

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  9. I came across your article and video while trying to find the company on my pan. I actually have 2 of them. One is a 12 inch and the other is 14 inch I think. The 14 inch is the oldest. The only marking on the back that can be seen is the number 12 inside a diamond shape. My daughter thinks she can see a W at top, but I can’t. It has the raised rim sides like you were talking about. According to my grandma, it was given to her at her wedding in 1946. It’s pretty much been used since. I got it after she passed. I’m not sure where the second one came from. It’s was in with her things, but it was hardly used. It says Wagner Ware at the top with a shared W, no Sydney or O. At the bottom it says 11 1/4 inch skillet, then Made in the U.S.A. under that. On the handle is the number 10. Any ideas? I’d love to hear your opinion.

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  10. I have my grandmothers old cast iron skillet which my dad took with him and when my parents passed away, I got it. It has cooked many a fried chicken dinners. I began the tasc of scraping off the years of cooked on goo and on the bottom, I found the Wagner Ware logo from 1921-1935 which makes sense with when my grandmother was born. What a treasure. My husband says quit using it and I say NO, it makes the best Fried Chicken.

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  11. I have a Wagner Ware Sidney -0-. It was my mother’s. I don’t think that it was ever seasoned. I watched a video on how to do this. After an hour I took it out of the oven and it has baked on oil streaks all over it. How can I get rid of this baked on oil?

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  12. You probably have a skillet marked Wagner 1891. First do not follow the instructions they are incorrect. Second the skillet was a 100 year commerative produced in 1991. I’ve had a couple but before I knew anything about them. The inside is so rough it is not a good example of the old Wagner which has a beautiful smooth cooking surface.

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  13. I have a Wagner ware no Sidney name # 8 and that says 10.5 chicken fryer on bottom no heat ring with lid what era would this be

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  14. I have a skillet with a heat ring on the outer edge. I think it’s a Wagner. It doesn’t have a number or company name on it. can you help me identify the year and make. It does a negative (-) on the bottom of the handle.

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  15. I have a Wagner Ware 1089. Even if it were worth $1500 I would never sell it. Ill never be able to find a cast iron nearly as good as this one. I just wish I had more, and knew where my dad got it.

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  16. I inherited 3 Wagner ware skillets. I love the 8 inch pan. The inside is smooth as glass. The outside is very different than all others I have seen. The sides are bumpy. I can tell it was made this way but would love to know how old this beautiful pan actually is. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

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    • Hello Nancy, I have the same type of skillet. Did you ever get any info on it? My mother got it from her sister’s mother-in-law around 1950. I cannot find the ruff exterior surface on any that I researched.

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  17. I came across a Wagner ware/Griswold square skillet-Made in the USA in really rough/rusty condition. I would like to restore it. Does any one know when would this have been made and how to even start to bring it back to life. Thank you.

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  18. I just thrifted a cast iron camp oven that is unmarked, except for “9” on the inside of the lid. However, the lid appears to be an unmarked Wagner, due to the finely scalloped concentric drip rings on the underside, & the shape of the handle. It looks identical to a #9 Wagner skillet lid but without the ears. However, the oven itself has no markings at all – is it possible that it is also Wagner, or is it likely that someone paired a Wagner lid with an unmarked bottom from another/unknown maker?

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  19. I have a huge griddle. Markings on the bottom are Wagner Sidney 0. The cooking surface is 13″ x 25″ and it has loop handles on each side. My grandfather got it in a logging camp a long time ago.

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  20. I found a 6 1/2 inch Wagner at the Leadville, Colorado, dump 37 years ago. The inscription doesn’t fit any description I’ve read so far.
    Stylized Wagner (W)are across the top.
    ‘6 ¹/² INCH SKILLET’ and
    ‘MADE IN USA’
    at the bottom .
    Do you have a clue?
    Thanks in advance.

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  21. I just wrote about the 6 ¹/² inch skillet I found in the dump. I neglected to mention that at the very bottom, below Made in USA, there is a stamped ‘O’.

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  22. I have a roaster with lid that has WAGNER SIDNEY 0 and then on the bottom there is a what I think is a g or a 2. would love to have any information on it.

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  23. I have a WAGNER SIDNEY 0 Roaster with lid. The writing is straight in 3 lines, but at the other side it look like a g or maybe a fancy 2. Could you tell me something about it.

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  24. I own a 6 1/2 “ Wagner Ware skillet that I bought at a thrift store for $3. I absolutely love it! I still use it; its size makes it useful for so many things.
    The bottom has NO raised ring around it. On the pan’s bottom, it has the curved Wagner Ware logo on line 1, with SIDNEY on line 2, and -O- on line 3. The number 1053 appears on the opposite side of the bottom. It has NO letters printed after the number. It also has 3 printed on the weld at the end of the handle on the top side of the pan. The outside of the pan is covered with crusty black baked-on residue; the inside of the pan is smooth as can be with some smooth black residue on the walls, and the inside of the pan bottom is the same. Its surface is scrubbed down to the metal, and sometimes rusts, but I dry it & oil it faithfully with each use. The black crud on the outside bottom will not enable me to take a good picture, but my description is otherwise accurate. Date, please? Thanks!

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    • Hi Jan,

      I have the same pan. Only I have a “D” after the 1053 on the bottom. I got it at a thrift store to use for my camping stove about 30 years ago and have still kept it.
      Did you ever hear back from anyone on the date of your pan?

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  25. I have a skillet marked “WAGNER’S 1891 Original cast iron cookware” with seasoning instructions. It has the raised rim around the bottom and is of one mold. 10 1/4 inch griddle, made in U.S.A. There is a capital C just above the 10 1/4 inch griddle descriptor. Any idea of its age?
    Thanks!

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  26. Thank you for this article. I got a 10” skillet from my grandmother when she passed and we can only partially see the logo. (It was not well cared for in the decades following my grandfather’s passing).

    My husband and I have worked to restore the skillet and uncovered the original logo on the bottom. It’s nice to know we have a quality piece of cookware we can pass down to our children.

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  27. Hi I just got a Wagner Ware pan at a yard sale. The Wagner/Ware is centered at the top away from the handle and has a stylized W, below that is SIDNEY below that is -0- and at the bottom just above the handle is 1056 F. It is a flat bottom. From what I have read it was made between 1922 & 1959? Also I haven’t been able to find out what the F next to the 1056 means, would you be able to tell me? Thank you!

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  28. What is the difference between a 1060A, 1060B, 1060C and a 1060H?
    Is a heat ring more desirable that a flat skillet?
    Thanks.

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  29. Wagner cast iron with the big Wagner ware Sidney O
    With the following numbers on the bottom. Pat nos 22-3554360 ( I believe this is correct as it’s very faint to read )
    I believe it’s a 10” pan. Kinda deep, 3” or so, double sided pour, with a small ( maybe an inch little handle opposite the regulator handle
    Can you give me info on it.
    Thank you

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  30. I have a Wagner Ware sydney -O- dutch oven. It has a 1269A on the bottom also and the “W” is fancy. The lid has scalloped drip ring in the top and has
    two triangles back-to-back on the inside of the lid in the middle. What years produced and value, Thankyou

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  31. I have a Wagner “Original” that was purchased in the 1990s. The handle is not straight, but I was much easier than handling a Lodge. I still have the handle piece that broke off. Do you know if this repairable?? Probably not a collector piece, but I always liked it better than my Lodge pans

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  32. I have a Wagner 1891 chicken fryer. Think it’s a commutative because it has the seasoning instructions. Is there a value? Also have a small 4 inch skillet. Can’t find any value on it?

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  33. I have a Wagner HEAVY duty container with a lid and a circular metal handle. How would I find out about this old “looks like a huge heavy duty coffee pot?

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  34. Have a lovely little pan that says Wagner ware, one W for both words. It says it’s a 6 1/2 inch skillet and it’s stamped number 3 on the front. Trying to figure out about how old it is as there is no mark for Sydney or the O. It says it’s made in the USA and there’s a C beneath that.

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  35. Hi Pan-Handler! Ok, I have a circa 1935 (stylized logo at 12 o’clock) flat bottomed Dutch oven with a glass lid. It is, according to your grading criteria, in excellent condition. Did they come with glass lids originally?

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  36. Hi Pan-Handler! I have a flat-bottomed Dutch oven with stylized W at 12 o’clock, and the number 1268 @ 6 o,clock. It has a glass lid. Did these come with glass lids also?
    My other skillet has a raised ring at the circumference on the bottom, and only an “8B” at 6 o’clock. It has very smooth surfaces and is relatively light. Any idea who made it?
    Thanks!

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    • Thank you for you reading my post, it’s always exciting to hear about vintage skillets, based on my experience, the value of this pan will increase over time.

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    • Thank you for the kind words! I’m glad to hear that you find my blog awesome. If there’s anything specific that you’d like me to cover in future posts or if you have any questions, please feel free to let me know.

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  37. I recently purchased a Wagner Ware Sydney O Dutch Oven #8, 3-legged not stamped Made in USA and no model number. The DO has a lid that is stamped 5.5 qt #8 on the inside, is this the correct lid for my DO. Side note: the lid also has a ghost mark 5 inside the lid. I researched the piece only finding it was made between 1914 – 1922. My second question is I cannot any other examples of the piece. Where can I find more information about my CI.

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  38. I recently dug out my moms old cast iron skillets. A FB group says two of the skillets with all “cap font spelled out size – no ring” is most likely a Wagner sold to stores like Sears or Woolworth. That would fit since they bought almost everything from Sears. But I cant find anyone that can tell me approximate years that might of been sold through Sears. Any idea ??

    Also, one is a Wagner Wear with Shared W, but Sidney O is not below it. I cant find reference to this anywhere. Any idea on year? Im cleaning them up for use, not sale or collector, but just wanted a bit of historical info if known . Thank you !

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    • Hello! It’s great that you’re rediscovering your mom’s old cast iron skillets and seeking to learn more about their history. Wagner cast iron has a rich past, and it’s no surprise that your mom had some of these pieces.

      Regarding the “cap font spelled out size – no ring” skillets you mentioned, it’s possible that they were indeed Wagner cast iron cookware sold through department stores like Sears or Woolworth. Although I cannot provide specific years when these skillets were sold through Sears, we do know that Wagner was a prominent cookware manufacturer from the late 19th century until the mid-20th century, so your skillets could have been purchased during that time frame.

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  39. I have a Wagnerware Sydney size 8. Does anybody know the meaning of the model number (?) 1058H, please? Thank you!!!

    Tom

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  40. I have a Wagner Ware that I’m having a hard time identifying. The Wagner Ware in inset in the bottom and the share the W. There in nothing else just below that. On the handle end there is,11 3/4 INCH SKILLET, MADE IN THE USA, and the letter X. Any info would be very appreciated.

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  41. I just bought a skillet from an estate sale. The posting had one terrible picture, but it was advertised as a wagner ware #16. I have found nothing on that size with google. Is this a pan size something they ever cast? Thanks for all the info and history on the brand.

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  42. I have a wagner ware, sidney o, 1269 c round roaster.

    I cannot tell if it is cast iron or aluminum, as it is heavy…but when trying to revive it, it is a bit shiny after its vinegar/water bath and a scrubbing with baking soda. so i am worried about trying to season it, that a 500 degree oven may be too hot for it if its aluminum.

    Please advise on if there is a way i can tell for sure.

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  43. I have a Wagner Ware 1310 B Bundt pan that I picked up at a yard sale. Any info you could give me would be greatly appreciated.

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  44. Hi
    I have Wagner cast iron miniature
    Teapot marked with A and was wondering the age and value all the ones I’ve found online say they are marked with a B.
    TIA

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  45. I have a Wagner Sidney 8 qt dutch oven: I love it but how would I find a top for it?
    I picked it up at a garage sale and the folks said it wasn’t any good anymore (young folks who don’t recognize value when they see it!)

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    • Hi Gail,

      To find a top for your Wagner Sidney 8 qt Dutch oven, you can:

      1. Check online marketplaces like eBay and Etsy for vintage or compatible lids.
      2. Explore Facebook Marketplace or join cast iron cookware groups for potential leads.
      3. Visit local antique stores and flea markets with the Dutch oven’s measurements at hand.
      4. Participate in forums like the Cast Iron Collector Forum for potential sellers or trades.
      5. Consider buying a modern lid that fits the measurements of your Dutch oven if finding a vintage one proves difficult.
      Remember to always verify the lid’s measurements before purchasing. Good luck!
      😘😘

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  46. I have a WagnerWare Sidney O 1058M skillet and I discovered a Y crack in it. The base of the Y goes towards the handle up the edge of the skillet and the arms are on the bottom of the skillet moving towards the sides. This is can be seen on both on the inside and the outside of the skillet.
    I do not know how old this skillet is as it was given to me by my mother. I am afraid to use it as I feel the handle is compromised.
    Approximately how old is this skillet?

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  47. Hi! I am hoping you can help me identify / date / value a vintage Wagner Ware 10″ double spout fry pan that I found in original Dead Stock condition with the original packaging. It reads Wagner Ware Pre Seasoned Ready to Use Trademark Red US Pat Office Do Not Scour” on the still attached paper round on the bottom of the cooking surface. It looks to be milled. It is a # 8, 1058 H.
    Any help would be greatly appreciated! Thank you!

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  48. The Wagner Manufacturing building(s) in Sidney, Ohio are finally in the process of being torn down. The old water tower was taken down a few weeks ago and only part of one building was still standing as of last week.
    The site has been in disrepair for years. Last year or the year before part of the roof collapsed.
    I live in Sidney.

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  49. I have a skillet with heat ring. “Wagner” Sydney. (straight) high O.
    letter A below the O
    8.
    “WAGNER”
    SYDNEY.
    O.
    A.

    8.

    I can’t find any information on it.

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  50. I have a Wagner Ware 10 1/2″ skillet with an 8 on the handle. It was in the house I moved into 43 years ago. I used it a few times but then found rust on it and the bottom looks pretty rough. How do you clean this? My mom always cooked with cast iron and the food tasted so much better. Any hope for this old pan?

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  51. Thinking about buying a Dutch oven drip drop roaster #8 with the single W and no syidney or O under it on the lid Don’t know what
    It’s worth or how old it is it’s pretty brown on the lid but it looks to be in decent shape any info would be so much help and appreciated Thank You

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  52. Mine says WAGNER’S, centered in line with the handle. Under that 1891, under that Original in script, under that is cast iron cookware, in a box.
    Starting at the half way mark is seasoning instructions using 4 lines, there appears to be more printing, but at present I can’t bring it out to read it.
    The construction includes a thumb wedge on the handle about one inch from the rim of the pan.

    While I doubt this is an “ORIGINAL ” Wagner, I would be interested in it’s actual origin.

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