What is a Wagner cast iron skillet worth?

The value of antique cast iron skillets can start at similar to new prices, but a super rare Wagner or Griswold can fetch up to $1,500 apiece. A mint condition, super rare “spider skillet” made in the 1890s by Griswold is worth up to $8,000.

What do Griswold numbers mean?

Griswold’s pattern numbering system is a little more cryptic, with the numbers appearing to have nothing to do with the size. A size #6 Griswold skillet, for example, is pattern number “699”, a size #7 is pattern “701”, and a size #8 is pattern “704”. Other makers used numbers in similar ways.

Is Griswold a good cast iron skillet?

Griswold cast iron skillets are highly regarded and sought after because of their smooth cooking surfaces and lighter weight. Keep an eye out for the first series of Erie and Erie Spider skillets. These two skillets stand out as the most sought-after by collectors.

Why are Griswold skillets so expensive?

Erie

Griswold’s Erie

Victor (lower-priced range)

Griswold

Iron Mountain (and is identified by the handle)

Good Health

Best Made S.R&Co

Puritan (made for Sears Roebuck Department Store)

Merit (made as an in-house store brand for the Sear Roebuck Department Store)

What are the best cast iron fry pans?

Best Cast Iron Skillet For Everyday Use: Lodge 8” Skillet

Best Premium Cast Iron Skillet: Field Company#8

Best Budget Cast Iron Skillet: Valor Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Skillet

Best Enameled Cast Iron Skillet: Le Creuset Signature Skillet

Best Deep Cast Iron Skillet: Lodge Blacklock Triple Seasoned Cast Iron Saute Pan

What is a large frying pan?

Crêpe Pans. We’re glad you asked.

Pancake Pans. Frying pancakes isn’t much different from making crêpes with the exception that pancakes are thicker.

Griddle. The kind of griddle used in restaurants or the kind you plug in beside the stove won’t be covered here.

Omelet Pans. Have you ever tried to make an omelet in a regular frying pan?

Egg Pans.

Wok.