Not a gold item - Silver Royal 18-10 Stainless Steel Cookware Base
Cookware Bottom Base (Stainless Steel) · None - Stainless Steel with brushed metallic finish
Purity: None - Stainless Steel (18-10 Chrome-Nickel alloy)
Type
Cookware Bottom Base (Stainless Steel)
Purity
None - Stainless Steel (18-10 Chrome-Nickel alloy)
Gold Type
None - Stainless Steel with brushed metallic finish
Weight
N/A for gold analysis, typically 500g to 1500g for a cookware piece
Description
This item is not a piece of gold jewelry or bullion, but rather the bottom base of a high-end stainless steel cookware item manufactured by Silver Royal in Solingen, Germany. It features a heavy capsule induction bottom designed for various heat sources including gas, electric, ceramic, and halogen cooktops.
Key Features
18-10 stainless steel composition, 30 years warranty stamp (30 Jahre Garantie), capsule induction base technology, compatibility symbols for multiple stove types, and the Solingen origin stamp.
Color & Finish
Silver-gray metallic, brushed satin finish with polished and etched engravings
Hallmarks & Stamps
Stamps read: SILVER ROYAL, SOLINGEN, 18-10 STAINLESS STEEL, 30 JAHRE GARANTIE, CAPSULE INDUCTION BODEN, along with manufacturer logo (SR in crest) and compatibility icons
Dimensions Estimate
Standard cookware bottom diameter approx. 16cm to 28cm depending on the specific pot or pan model
Gemstones & Inlays
None
Clasp & Closure
None
Chain & Links
None
Craftsmanship Details
Multi-ply capsule bottom construction designed for optimal heat distribution, cleanly stamped branding and informative iconography.
Authentication Indicators
Clear manufacturer stamp for Silver Royal and Solingen, precise laser or press etching of technical specifications and compatibility symbols.
Origin & Maker
Silver Royal, manufactured in Solingen, Germany
Era & Period
Late 20th to Early 21st Century (Contemporary)
Age Estimate
Likely manufactured between 1990 and 2010 based on branding and capsule induction technology
Cultural Significance
Represents European precision kitchenware manufacturing standards and the durability of high-grade stainless steel in culinary applications.
Condition Notes
Good pre-owned condition with typical surface scuffs and minor heating discoloration consistent with normal kitchen use on stovetops.
Value Estimate
Zero gold value. Resale value is determined entirely by the secondary market demand for individual kitchen cookware pieces.
Care & Maintenance
Wash with warm soapy water and non-abrasive sponges. Dishwasher safe as indicated by the manufacturer markings.
Similar Items
Other premium European cookware brands such as WMF, Fissler, and Silit produced in Germany.
Interesting Facts
Solingen, Germany is world-renowned for its high-grade metalworking and cutlery production, a reputation it has maintained for centuries.