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Rogers Sparkling Silver Pearl v.s. Silver Sparkle Pearl

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From what I've read Rogers offered two (2) silver pearl wraps through the years -- its "Sparkling Silver Pearl" up until 1964 and its "Silver Sparkle Pearl", starting in 1965.

I'm trying to confirm the fact that the former wrap was in fact considered a silver "glass glitter" while the latter was considered a silver "sparkle." It also appears that the earlier wrap was a bit darker wrap than the latter. Is this true?

I've got a Cleveland-era Rogers Powertone snare with a serial number of 12650. Is it safe to assume that my wrap is the "Sparkling Silver Pearl" in lieu of the "Silver Sparkle Pearl"?

Finally, is one wrap considered more desirable and/or valuable than the other?

As usual, thanks in advance for your time and your help!x-mas3

Posted on 14 years ago
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Two different silver sparkles for Rogers is news to me. The silver glass that they used during the Cleveland era, was also used through the Dayton era. No change in 1965. Perhaps they made a change later in the Fullerton era. The silver glass (sparkling silver pearl) is beautiful under the lights, and difficult to photograph....

Here's a Cleveland era 18,12,14 kit in the silver glass.....

[IMG]http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll197/Luxor65/SilverandGreen0072-1.jpg[/IMG]

Posted on 14 years ago
#2
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The circa 64-64 SS has the "orange peel" effect going on if you run your hand over it. I just got a Beavertail 20" SS Cleveland,and it has that.

.By Fullerton,that was gone,right?

"Always make sure your front bottom BD lugs clear the ground!"
Posted on 14 years ago
#3
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Side note, your kits are beautiful! Love the green glass.

Michael

From Powertone

Two different silver sparkles for Rogers is news to me. The silver glass that they used during the Cleveland era, was also used through the Dayton era. No change in 1965. Perhaps they made a change later in the Fullerton era. The silver glass (sparkling silver pearl) is beautiful under the lights, and difficult to photograph....Here's a Cleveland era 18,12,14 kit in the silver glass.....[IMG]http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll197/Luxor65/SilverandGreen0072-1.jpg[/IMG]

Posted on 14 years ago
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I think the number on your powertone puts it into 1966. Early. And that is very desireable. Its Cleveland Rogers.

Rogers Drums Big R era 1975-1984 Dating Guide.
http://www.vintagedrumforum.com/showthread.php?t=24048
Posted on 14 years ago
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I'm posting two pictures of my 1972 BR Celebrity kit. While advertised as a "Sparkle", it was in fact a Glass Glitter. Had that kit for 10 years, purchasing it brand new. While I did have a COS Dynasonic (only because it would have taken 6 months for a matching wood-shell Dyna!) the snare you see is the Slingerland 12-lug TDR Spitfire. Oh, if I only still had that kit!

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Posted on 14 years ago
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Dynasonics were Chrome over Brass 1961-84. Never steel.

Rogers Drums Big R era 1975-1984 Dating Guide.
http://www.vintagedrumforum.com/showthread.php?t=24048
Posted on 14 years ago
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From The Ploughman

Dynasonics were Chrome over Brass 1961-84. Never steel.

You are absolutely correct my drumming friend! My mind knew COB, but my fingers had other ideas! I'm getting old! Thanks for spotting my mistake!

Posted on 14 years ago
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In the event that I decide to sell my Powertone snare for a little extra spending cash for the holidays anyone have an idea of what a "reasonable" asking price might be?

I've already looked at the completed items on e-Bay but didn't see any in this particular wrap from the Cleveland-era.

Thanks!

Posted on 14 years ago
#9
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I had a friend of mine that had a 1971 Firebird convertible in fantistic shape. He got behind on his bills and decided to sell his Firebird. He piad his bills and before he knew it he was behind on his bills again, and didnt have a firebird to sell. Moral of this story: Dont sell your toys for extra cash because it wont make any difference in the long run! Keep it!!!! Keep on Pl

From OldSchool

In the event that I decide to sell my Powertone snare for a little extra spending cash for the holidays anyone have an idea of what a "reasonable" asking price might be?I've already looked at the completed items on e-Bay but didn't see any in this particular wrap from the Cleveland-era.Thanks!

1960's SONOR 12-16-20-14 blue slate pearl
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1972 LUDWIG 12-13-16-22-14BlueVistalite
1972 LUDWIG 12-13-16-22-(14 impostor)BlackPanther "SOLD"
1964 Ludwig Oyster Black Pearl 22-12-13-16-14Supra "SOLD"
1969 LUDWIG 12-13-16-22-14 Citrus Mod "SOLD"
1969 LUDWIG Sexto-Plus 8-1 0-12-13-14-15-16-20-20-14 Silver Sparkle
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2009 Homemade Kids 8-10-13-16-12 Orange Sparkle
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Posted on 14 years ago
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