Sterling Casket Hardware Company was founded by George R. Bailey, Sr. and his son George R. Bailey, Jr. in August 1909.  They chose the name "Sterling" to signify quality since George R. Bailey, Sr. had previously been a jeweler.  The business began in Brooklyn, New York and moved to Maspeth, New York a number of years later.  In 1941, after the death of George R. Bailey, Sr., Geroge (Bob) R. Bailey, III. and his brother Thomas (Tom) E. Bailey took over Sterling Casket Hardware.  In 1965, Sterling Casket Hardware moved all of its equipment to Abingdon, VA, where Tom Bailey took over the duties of President / CEO.

Donn L. Bailey, the fourth generation of the Bailey family, joined Sterling in 1998, after 25 years with General Electric.  Through Donn’s efforts, Sterling has moved into the new era of computers and our new cost system assures our customers that they will receive the lowest prices possible.

Sterling Casket Hardware electro-plates, finishes, and assembles steel stampings and zinc castings in nickel, copper, and golden bronze finishes.  Our hand cast zinc parts are some of the finest in the nation.