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What is the difference between silver and antique silver?
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The difference between silver and antique silver is age. Items of any age made of silver or a silver alloy may be called silver. The term antique silver refers to silver pieces that are at least 100 years old. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique, vintage and modern silver tableware and decorative objects.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
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Shop for Antique Silver Epergnes on 1stDibs
French Empire Gilt Silver Epergne, c1805
Located in valatie, NY
This beautiful French early 19th century gilt sterling silver epergne is decorated with classical
Category
Antique Early 19th Century French Louis XVI Centerpieces
Materials
Silver
Swedish-Made Silver Epergne Circa 1852
Located in Opole, PL
Swedish-Made Silver Epergne Circa 1852
A footed epergne designed for fruits or sweets. Its surface
Category
Antique 1850s Swedish Centerpieces
Materials
Silver
$1,139 Sale Price
20% Off
Edwardian English Sterling Silver Epergne or Centerpiece
By Sibray, Hall
Co.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Edwardian English sterling silver epergne or centerpiece; part of our
Category
Antique Early 1900s Great Britain (UK) Edwardian Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Epergne, England 1894
By Elkington
Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
We are thrilled to offer you this sterling silver epergne from 1894, manufactured by Elkington
Category
Antique 1890s American Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Sterling Silver Epergne by Fattorini
Sons
By Fattorini
Sons 1
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A magnificent, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver epergne/centrepiece; an
Category
Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Centerpieces
Materials
Silver
French 19th Century Silver Epergne with Pierced Foliage and Scrolling Motifs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French silver epergne from the 19th century, with pierced silver bowls and foliage motifs
Category
Antique 19th Century French Centerpieces
Materials
Silver


