Wagner Ware Sidney O — No. 13 (Pattern 1063)

A close-up view of a gray cast iron skillet placed upside down on a wooden surface.

Circa 1915–1920 — Arc Logo Era

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Cast iron skillet shown from the bottom with the brand name Wagner Ware, made in Sidney. Number 1063 is stamped on the bottom.

Identification & Markings

Maker:

Wagner Manufacturing Company — Sidney, Ohio

Logo Style:

Arc Wagner Ware / Sidney O
This version of the arc logo is consistent with ~1915–1920 production.

Size / Number:

13 (molded on handle)

Pattern Number:

1063 (stamped at 6 o’clock on the bottom)

Pour Spouts:

Dual wide-arc spouts

Handle Style:

Classic Wagner teardrop handle, early smooth underside

Measurements (typical for No. 13)

(Your piece appears consistent with standard Wagner 13 sizing)

  • Diameter: ~14⅛ inches

  • Cooking Surface: ~12¾ inches

  • Height: ~2½ inches

  • Weight: 7–8 lbs

  • Lug Assist: None (consistent — Wagner did not always include assist lugs on 13s during this era)

Historical Context

The Wagner No. 13 is one of the largest skillets Wagner ever produced during the arc-logo period, and it is significantly scarcer than sizes 3–12. Surviving examples are uncommon due to:

  • low original production volume

  • high breakage rate over decades (larger pans warp or crack more easily)

  • fewer households needing pans this large

Your example shows all correct traits:

  • Proper font and spacing on “WAGNER WARE”

  • Correct “SIDNEY —O—” orientation

  • Hand-stamped “1063” pattern number

  • Molded “13” on the handle—not on bottom—correct for this era

  • Smooth, finely milled interior cooking surface

This is a fully authentic and desirable Wagner 13.

Condition Assessment

Based on your photos:

Back / Logo side

  • Excellent definition of logo

  • No pitting or corrosion issues

  • Very slight surface texture consistent with lye bath cleaning

Interior

  • Smooth milled surface

  • No utensil gouging

  • No cracks, chips, or repairs visible

  • Light seasoning layer—ideal for restoration or cooking

Overall Condition: Excellent Vintage Condition

Rarity & Collectibility

The Wagner No. 13 is:

⭐ Rare

⭐ Highly Collectible

⭐ A cornerstone piece for a complete 0–14 arc-logo run

For your website collection, this skillet is absolutely essential — it completes the “large sizes” and demonstrates the full range of Wagner’s skillet line.

Estimated Market Value (2025)

(For authenticated early arc-logo Wagner No. 13 skillets)

  • $425–$575 — typical

  • $600+ — if fully seasoned, restored, and with exceptional interior milling

  • $700–$800 — for near-mint specimens (rare)