{"product_id":"antique-waterman-12-cup-turks-head-gem-pan","title":"Antique Nathaniel Waterman 12-Cup Turk's Head Cast Iron Gem Pan","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis authentic antique gem pan was manufactured by the Nathaniel Waterman foundry in Boston, based on the highly influential 1859 patent. This 12-cup model is a premier example of 19th-century American hollowware, featuring the distinctive open-frame construction that allowed for superior heat distribution. The cups are deeply fluted in the traditional \"Turk's Head\" pattern, designed to maximize the crust-to-crumb ratio of Victorian breakfast gems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe structure is notable for its iconic wavy, scalloped handles, a design choice unique to Waterman that provided a secure grip and decorative flair. The casting is thin but exceptionally durable, reflecting the high standards of Boston’s mid-century foundries. The pan sits level and displays a rich, dark seasoning that has been developed over generations of use. There are no cracks, welds, or significant pitting, though minor casting artifacts characteristic of the era are present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs one of the most sought-after patterns in the cast iron collecting community, this 12-cup Waterman pan serves as both a functional piece of high-performance bakeware and a historical artifact of American culinary innovation. Its architectural lines and rugged industrial beauty make it a standout sculptural piece for a farmhouse kitchen or a dedicated hollowware display.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Patina \u0026 Prose","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47340384977053,"sku":"PP-012525-01","price":118.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0679\/4923\/2285\/files\/13267920-ca36-47f8-837b-fe0057182075.jpg?v=1761331756","url":"https:\/\/patinaandprose.com\/products\/antique-waterman-12-cup-turks-head-gem-pan","provider":"Patina \u0026 Prose","version":"1.0","type":"link"}