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18th Century English Pewter

18th Century English Pewter Charger
Located in Los Angeles, CA
18th century English pewter charger in fine condition.
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Antique 18th Century American Country More Dining and Entertaining

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Pewter

18th Century English Pewter Charger
18th Century English Pewter Charger
$1,516 Sale Price
20% Off
H 1 in Dm 18 in
18th Century English Pewter Charger
Located in High Point, NC
18th century large pewter charger with wide rim and molded edge, which is very elegant, especially
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Antique 18th Century English Georgian Platters and Serveware

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Pewter

18th Century English Pewter Charger
Located in High Point, NC
18th century large pewter charger with wide rim and molded edge, which is very elegant, especially
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Antique 18th Century English Georgian Platters and Serveware

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Pewter

18th Century English Pewter Charger
18th Century English Pewter Charger
$1,150
H 1.13 in Dm 16.5 in
18th Century English Pewter Sadware Dish
Located in Incline Village, NV
All original early 18th century pewter dish, hallmarked on the rear of the gently rounded bouge
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Antique Early 18th Century English Georgian Platters and Serveware

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Pewter

18th Century English Pewter Sadware Dish
18th Century English Pewter Sadware Dish
$495
H 1.63 in W 14.5 in D 14.5 in
English Pewter Mugs Antique Cup Silver Pewter Jug, Drink Glass 1850s Tankard Cup
Located in Wembley, GB
Antique English Pewter Mug 18th Century Hammered One-Pint Tankard Cup An exceptional 18th-century
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Antique 1850s English Victorian Serving Pieces

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Metal, Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver, Pewter

Rare English 18th century pewter gallon measure
Located in Castle Douglas, GB
Rare 18th century pewter gallon measure Bellied pewter measure, stamped GALLON, the large Gallon
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Antique Mid-18th Century Georgian Pitchers

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Pewter

Rare English 18th century pewter gallon measure
Rare English 18th century pewter gallon measure
$666
H 9.85 in W 10.24 in D 7.49 in
Antique 18th Century English Georgian William Wright Pewter Porringer Bowl
By William Wright
Located in Dayton, OH
Late 18th Century Antique English Georgian pewter porringer soup or stew bowl, dish or cup with
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Antique Late 18th Century Georgian Serving Bowls

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Pewter

Antique 18th Century English Georgian William Wright Pewter Porringer Bowl
Antique 18th Century English Georgian William Wright Pewter Porringer Bowl
$164 Sale Price
30% Off
H 1.25 in W 5.75 in D 4.25 in
2 Very Large Thomas Alderson Pewter Plates Antique English Pewter
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
2 Very Large Thomas Alderson Pewter Plates Antique English pewter folded rim plates, the front rim
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Antique 18th Century Georgian Platters and Serveware

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Pewter

Antique Continental Thomas Townsend Compton London Pewter Charger Plate 15"
By Townsend Compton
Located in Dayton, OH
Late 18th early 19th century English Continental pewter charger / serving plate by Townsend
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Antique Late 18th Century Dinner Plates

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Pewter

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Antique 18th Century English Oak William Mary Style Pewter Cupboard Hutch
Located in Charlotte, NC
An antique 18th Century pewter cupboard in the William & Mary style, unbranded. Solid oak, brass
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Antique Mid-18th Century English William and Mary Cupboards

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Brass

English Pewter Charger with Marks for Thomas Swanson, circa 1765-1783
Located in Atlanta, GA
English Pewter charger with marks for Thomas Swanson, circa 1765-1783.
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Antique Mid-18th Century English Platters and Serveware

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Pewter

Antique Polished Pewter Plates, English, 18th Century
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful highly polished pewter plates. ( Two left ) One with London touchmarks The pewter has
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Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Dinner Plates

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Pewter

18th Century English Oak Pewter Dresser or Cupboard
Located in Milford, NH
A fine two part English oak pewter dresser or cupboard, its upper case with a cornice adorned with
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Antique 18th Century English Dressers

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Wrought Iron

Enormous Polished Pewter Multi-Rimmed Charger, English 18th Century
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
A massive polished pewter charger with a great distressed look. English, early 18th century
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Antique Early 18th Century English Georgian Platters and Serveware

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Pewter

Large Pair of Polished Pewter Chargers. English, 18th Century
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Superb pair of polished pewter chargers. Both with London, England touch marks on them
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Antique Mid-18th Century English Georgian Platters and Serveware

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Pewter

Two Large Antique Polished Pewter Chargers, English, 18th Century
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Two wonderfully distressed highly polished pewter chargers. Great for either serving food or
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Antique Early 18th Century English George I Platters and Serveware

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Pewter

Matching Set of 8 Antique Polished Pewter Plates, English, 18th Century
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful set of highly polished pewter plates. Matching set. All with the same London touch
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Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Dinner Plates

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Pewter

English Pewter Pitcher
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Pewter pitcher with applied handle and spout on a squat baluster form body with standing rim
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Antique Late 18th Century English Pitchers

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Pewter

English Pewter Pitcher
English Pewter Pitcher
H 7.25 in Dm 6.5 in
18th Century Oak Pewter Cupboard
Located in High Point, NC
18th century, English oak pewter cupboard with an open-back plate rack. The top has been restored
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Antique 18th Century English William and Mary Dressers

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Brass

18th Century Oak Pewter Cupboard
18th Century Oak Pewter Cupboard
H 76.5 in W 58 in D 17.5 in
Pair Of English Pewter Candlesticks
Located in Buchanan, MI
Very handsome pair of English pewter pricket sticks. Would be great converted into lamps or use as
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Candle Holders

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Pewter

Antique English Pewter Plate
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Pewter plate made in England by unknown manufacturer. An good original condition, with minor
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Antique Late 18th Century English British Colonial Decorative Dishes and...

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Metal

Antique English Pewter Plate
Antique English Pewter Plate
H 0.79 in Dm 8.27 in
Group of 6 Large Antique Polished Pewter Chargers, 18th Century. 15 inches wide.
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful group of 18th century polished English pewter chargers. Measure: 15 inches. Great
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Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Platters and Serveware

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Pewter

Large Antique Polished Pewter Charger or Tray, English, Dated 1753
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful highly polished charger. The pewter has been restored to its original shine. It was
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Antique Early 18th Century English Georgian Platters and Serveware

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Pewter

Large Antique Brightly Polished Pewter Oval Charger with Armorial, English 1780
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful highly polished pewter charger With delightful armorial London touch marks. The
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Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Serving Pieces

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Pewter

Rare English George III pewter canister with domed lid, 1780-1810
Located in Kenilworth, IL
A rare George III pewter tea/tobacco canister. The beaded lip is repeated in ring moldings on the
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Antique Late 18th Century English George III Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Pewter

English Pewter Charger with Hallmarks R D A Initials and London Stamp
Located in Savannah, GA
18th century English pewter charger with hallmarks, D R A initials and London stamp. Large size 15
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Antique Early 18th Century English George I Platters and Serveware

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Pewter

Pair of English Pewter Mugs or Cups, 18th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
18th century English pewter mug or cup with handle. Measures: 5.5" W x 4.75" D x 4.25" H. 18th
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Antique 18th Century English Barware

English Pewter Tankard, 18th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
English pewter tankard, 18th century.
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Antique 18th Century English Barware

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Pewter

18th Century Large English Pewter Charger
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large 18th century fantastic English pewter charger. Signed unledgable on the back of the charger
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Platters and Serveware

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Pewter

English Pewter Flagon or Tankard, 18th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
English pewter flagon or tankard, 18th century.
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Antique 18th Century English Barware

English Pewter Flagon or Tankard, 18th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
English pewter flagon or tankard, 18th century.
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Antique 18th Century English Barware

Set of Four Matched English Polished Pewter Plates, 18th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
Set of Four Matched English Polished Pewter Plates, 18th Century
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Antique 18th Century English Dinner Plates

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Pewter

Extra Large English Pewter Tankard or Water Jug, 18th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
Extra large English pewter tankard or water jug, 18th century.
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Antique 18th Century English Barware

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Pewter

Pair of Antique Polished Pewter Plates, English, 18th Century
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful highly polished pewter plates English, late 18th century, London maker, measures: 9.5
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Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Dinner Plates

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Pewter

Group of Large Antique Polished Pewter Chargers, English, 18th Century
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful group of 18th century polished English pewter chargers. It gives them an almost
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Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Platters and Serveware

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Pewter

18th Century Pewter Repousse Wall Fountain Lavabo With Brass Spigot
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
English 18th Century Pewter Repousse Wall Fountain Lavabo with Brass Spigot Double stamped with
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Antique Late 18th Century English Folk Art Fountains

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Brass, Pewter

Antique Brightly Polished Pewter Plate, English, C.1800
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Lovely highly polished pewter plate. Evidence of a rubbed touchmark on the underside. Shown in the
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Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Dinner Plates

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Pewter

Antique Brightly Polished Pewter Plate, English, C.1800
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Lovely highly polished pewter plate. Evidence of a rubbed touchmark on the underside. London maker
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Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Dinner Plates

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Pewter

English pewter plate attributed to Henry Joseph, c. 1736
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Pewter plate with flat rim and beaded edge. Impressed on the underside: "Henry" (over a Tudor rose
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Antique Mid-18th Century British Dinner Plates

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Pewter

Pair of Antique Brightly Polished Pewter Plates, English, C.1800
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Lovely pair of highly polished pewter plates. The pewter has been polished to its original shine
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Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Dinner Plates

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Pewter

George 111rd Pewter Quart Tankard GR Stamped, English Circa 1760
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a good mid-18th century pewter tankard or mug with a baluster shape, fully stamped with GR
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Antique Mid-18th Century British Georgian Barware

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Pewter

Antique Brightly Polished Pewter Plate With An Armorial, English, C.1800
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Lovely highly polished pewter plate. With an elk armorial Evidence of a rubbed touchmark on the
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Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Dinner Plates

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Pewter

Set of 3 Antique Brightly Polished Pewter Plates, English, C.1800
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Lovely highly polished pewter plates. All three with London touchmarks on the underside. One with
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Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Dinner Plates

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Pewter

Antique Brightly Polished Pewter Plate With An Armorial, English, C.1800
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Lovely highly polished pewter plate. With hand and fleur de lys armorial Evidence of a rubbed
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Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Dinner Plates

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Pewter

Group of 7 Large Antique Polished Pewter Chargers, 18th C. 18 inches wide
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful group of 18th century polished English pewter chargers. Measures: 18 inches. Great
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Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Platters and Serveware

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Pewter

English pewter plate with beaded rim and touch mark on the reverse, 1700 s
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Pewter plate with beaded rim and touch mark "F.W." over a rose on the underside. England, late 1700
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Antique Late 18th Century British Dinner Plates

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Pewter

18th Century English Pewter Plate
Located in Stockholm, SE
18th century English pewter plate, Joseph Spackman (1764-1784), London.
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Antique Late 18th Century English Serving Pieces

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Pewter

An 18th century English pewter charger
Located in New York, NY
An unusually large 18th century English pewter charger circa 1730
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Antique Early 18th Century British George II Serving Pieces

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Pewter

Early 18th Century English Pewter Charger, London
Located in Atlanta, GA
Early 18th century English pewter charger London.
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Antique Early 18th Century English Platters and Serveware

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Pewter

Late 18th Century English Pewter Charger, Stamped MP
Located in Atlanta, GA
Large late 18th century English pewter charger, stamped MP (probably Member of Parliament).
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Antique Late 18th Century English Platters and Serveware

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Pewter

Pair of 18th Century English Pewter Chargers
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pewter is enjoying a come back in the design industry! We have found these wonderful 18th century
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Platters and Serveware

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Pewter

English Pewter Charger, Marked "PIM", circa 1760-1840
Located in Atlanta, GA
English pewter charger, marked "PIM", circa 1760-1840.
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Antique Late 18th Century English Platters and Serveware

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Pewter

English Pewter Charger, Marked London, circa 1760-1840
Located in Atlanta, GA
English Pewter charger, marked London, circa 1760-1840.
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Antique Late 18th Century English Platters and Serveware

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Pewter

English Pewter Charger with Hallmark and "BFM", circa 1760-1840
Located in Atlanta, GA
English pewter charger with hallmark and "BFM", circa 1760-1840.
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Antique Late 18th Century English Platters and Serveware

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Pewter

Pair English 18th C. Style Pewter One-Arm Sconces, Late 20th C.
Located in New York, NY
Pair of English 18th Century-Style Polished Pewter One-Arm Sconces. Not Electrified. Late 20th
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20th Century English Wall Lights and Sconces

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Terracotta Beaux Arts Architectural Facade Block Tile
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18th Century English Pewter For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal 18th century English pewter for your home. Each 18th century English pewter for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal and pewter. When you’re browsing for the right 18th century English pewter, those designed in Georgian styles are of considerable interest.

How Much is a 18th Century English Pewter?

A 18th century English pewter can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $674, while the lowest priced sells for $250 and the highest can go for as much as $2,800.

Finding the Right Serveware, Ceramics, Silver And Glass for You

Your dining room table is a place where stories are shared and personalities shine — why not treat yourself and your guests to the finest antique and vintage glass, silver, ceramics and serveware for your meals?

Just like the people who sit around your table, your serveware has its own stories and will help you create new memories with your friends and loved ones. From ceramic pottery to glass vases, set your table with serving pieces that add even more personality, color and texture to your dining experience.

Invite serveware from around the world to join your table settings. For special occasions, dress up your plates with a striking Imari charger from 19th-century Japan or incorporate Richard Ginori’s Italian porcelain plates into your dining experience. Celebrate the English ritual of afternoon tea with a Japanese tea set and an antique Victorian kettle. No matter how big or small your dining area is, there is room for the stories of many cultures and varied histories, and there are plenty of ways to add pizzazz to your meals.

Add different textures and colors to your table with dinner plates and pitchers of ceramic and silver or a porcelain lidded tureen, a serving dish with side handles that is often used for soups. Although porcelain and ceramic are both made in a kiln, porcelain is made with more refined clay and is more durable than ceramic because it is denser. The latter is ideal for statement pieces — your tall mid-century modern ceramic vase is a guaranteed conversation starter. And while your earthenware or stoneware is maybe better suited to everyday lunches as opposed to the fine bone china you’ve reserved for a holiday meal, handcrafted studio pottery coffee mugs can still be a rich expression of your personal style.

“My motto is ‘Have fun with it,’” says author and celebrated hostess Stephanie Booth Shafran. “It’s yin and yang, high and low, Crate Barrel with Christofle silver. I like to mix it up — sometimes in the dining room, sometimes on the kitchen banquette, sometimes in the loggia. It transports your guests and makes them feel more comfortable and relaxed.”

Introduce elegance at supper with silver, such as a platter from celebrated Massachusetts silversmith manufacturer Reed and Barton or a regal copper-finish flatware set designed by International Silver Company, another New England company that was incorporated in Meriden, Connecticut, in 1898. By then, Meriden had already earned the nickname “Silver City” for its position as a major hub of silver manufacturing.

At the bar, try a vintage wine cooler to keep bottles cool before serving or an Art Deco decanter and whiskey set for after-dinner drinks — there are many possibilities and no wrong answers for tableware, barware and serveware. Explore an expansive collection of antique and vintage glass, ceramics, silver and serveware today on 1stDibs.

Questions About 18th Century English Pewter
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    In the 18th century, art changed in style from Baroque to Rococo and Neoclassicism. Art became more ornamented and idealized during the Rococo period and then shifted toward a style that emulated the artwork of ancient Greece and Rome near the end of the century. You’ll find a variety of fine art on 1stDibs.
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    To identify 18th-century furniture, you can research your piece in the context of the prevailing styles of the period or consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. To identify your item on your own, look over it for maker's marks, such as carvings, stamps, brands and labels. Researching the marking can help you determine the maker of your piece, and from there, you can search further to learn more about your particular item. Without a maker's mark, the best approach is to consider the characteristics of the dominant furniture styles during the 18th century. In England, these included William and Mary, Queen Anne, Georgian, Chippendale, Hepplewhite and Sheraton. Some French furniture styles of the 1700s include Louis XV, Louis XVI and Régence. Find a diverse assortment of 18th-century furniture on 1stDibs.
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    One way to check if your brass candlesticks are from the 18th century is to look for the two seams running lengthwise on either side. This is from when the candlestick was molded in two halves and then soldered together. You’ll find a variety of candlesticks of all shapes and sizes from some of the top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    The individuals considered the Big Three of 18th-century cartoons are William Hogarth, James Gillray and George Cruikshank. Although the 18th century saw a widespread increase in illustrations in newspapers, these three illustrators were particularly well-known for their work. Hogarth's work was extremely diverse, ranging from serious, realistic paintings and portraits to satirical and moralistic illustrations filled with symbolism. A British caricaturist, Gillray is remembered today for his artworks representing political and social satires, like his political cartoons against George III of England. Despite being a prolific caricaturist, Cruikshank is now most famous for illustrating the works of Charles Dickens. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of illustrations.
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    At the end of the 17th century, Europe went into a frenzy over porcelain. Asian porcelain was highly sought after, and spurred the foundation of the Meissen factory in France, where hard porcelain went on to be made. You’ll find a large collection of porcelain pieces from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.