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Is silver over copper worth anything?
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Silver over copper is generally not worth very much because there is not enough silver to melt down the items. The items can be resold but do not usually retain resale value.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
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Japanese Mixed Metal Silver on Copper Tray with Dragon Motifs
Located in New York, NY
Japanese mixed metal copper and silver two-handled tray, from the late 19th or early 20th century
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Metalwork
Materials
Silver, Copper
"Remembrance" Heavy Silver on Copper Tea Tray
By International Silver
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
A fine, heavy silver on copper tea tray; graceful borders enhanced by floral sprays & florets
Category
Early 20th Century American Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver, Copper
$175 Sale Price
40% Off
large Antique Silver plated on Copper Serving Tray France
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice large and heavy silver plated and Brass serving tray . Decorated Rim and handles with
Category
Antique 1880s French Victorian Platters and Serveware
Materials
Silver Plate
Mid-Century English Silverplate Seven-Piece Tea and Coffee Service on Tray
By Barker Ellis Silver Co.
Located in Dallas, TX
pieces rest on a magnificent paw-footed serving tray richly chased with scrolling foliage. Each vessel is
Category
Mid-20th Century English Tea Sets
Materials
Silver Plate, Copper
Monogram Gorham Silver Plated Tea Tray
By Gorham
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
A superb quality Gorham silver plated on copper oval tea tray encrusted in cast vintage motifs
Category
Early 20th Century American Aesthetic Movement Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate, Copper
$288 Sale Price
52% Off
Vintage Oneida Silver Plated Tray - 13.5" x 9.5"
By Oneida
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Vintage Oneida tray. Silver Plate on copper. The tray has a beautiful antique design and is 13.5
Category
20th Century Serving Pieces
Materials
Silver Plate, Copper
