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Is electroplated silver worth anything?
Yes, some electroplated silver is worth something. However, because electroplated silver objects and decor typically feature only a thin layer of fine silver, the value won't likely pertain to its composition. Instead, factors such as the maker, age and condition are what make certain electroplated silver pieces valuable. If you're curious about how much a particular piece may be worth, consult trusted online resources to review the selling prices for similar silver collectibles or decorative objects or have a certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer evaluate it. Explore a diverse assortment of silver objects and decor on 1stDibs.
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Mappin English Sterling Silver 1898 Child s / Christening Mug with House Mouse
By Mappin Webb, Mappin Brothers
Located in New York, NY
Mappin, sterling silver child's or christening mug or cup, beautifully adorned with acid-etched motifs depicting a house and a mouse, made in London in 1898. It measures 3 1/8'' in height by 2 1/4'' in diameter at the top, weighs 5.4 troy ounces, and bears hallmarks as shown. The firm started when Jonathan Mappin opened his workshop in 1775 in Sheffield with a view to creating outstanding British silverware...
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Antique 1890s English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Victorian Sterling Silver Flatware Set by Mappin Brothers
By Mappin Brothers
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian sterling silver flatware service for twelve persons; an addition to our diverse silver cutlery collection. The pieces of this exceptional antique Victorian sterling silver flatware service for twelve persons have been crafted in an Empire Revival style pattern. The anterior surface of each handle is embellished with a ribbon tied floral tassel terminating with a crossed torch of love and a quiver of arrows. The posterior surface is ornamented with a tied laurel wreath bordered vacant cartouche below a foliate decorated pensile drop. The surfaces of each piece further incorporate a textured finish, with scrolling leaf decorated terminals, a quatrefoil foliate rosette to the stem and a waisted bead bordered knop to the upper portion. Each spoon and fork is further embellished to the reverse with an impressive leaf decorated heel to the bowl and drop. This impressive straight* service consists of 73 pieces: Basic Service 12 Table forks 12 Table spoons 12 Dessert forks 12 Dessert spoons 12 Teaspoons 6 Coffee spoons Additional Pieces Gravy spoon Serving knife 4 Salt spoon Mustard spoon Each item of this impressive and very rare Victorian silver canteen has been crafted by the renowned silversmiths Mappin Brothers in 1899. The anterior surface of each coffee, salt and mustard spoon retains the original gilding to the bowls. This flatware service can be purchased with knives if so desired, due to the rarity of the pattern matching knives are not available but an alternative pattern can be arranged; for further information please contact Andrew Campbell directly. This antique sterling silver cutlery set...
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Antique 1890s English Victorian Serving Pieces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Round Silver Platter by Mappin Brothers
By Mappin Brothers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique English Victorian round silver serving tray or platter standing on three feet, featuring beautifully engraved and embossed foliate with a letter "F" at the center / Made in E...
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Large Victorian Campagna shaped sterling silver goblet by Mappin Brothers 1874
By Mappin Brothers
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1874 by Mappin Brothers, this attractive, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Goblet, is in the 'campagna' shape, and features chased floral and scroll work to...
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Antique 1870s English Victorian Barware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Mappin Brothers English Tray Old Sheffield, Victorian Style Engraved And Marked
By Mappin Brothers
Located in Prato, Tuscany
Please read the entire description carefully, as we strive to provide you with detailed technical and historical information to ensure the authenticity of our items. This is an excep...
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Antique Mid-19th Century British Early Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Sheffield Plate

Rare and Magnificent Antique English Travelling Bar, Mappin Brothers, circa 1880
By Mappin Brothers
Located in Bath, GB
A rare and quite wonderful find, and fun too. Victorian in era and dating to circa 1880, this travelling trolley or cart is made to travel down the cent...
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Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Barware

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

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