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Soufflot French Sterling Silver Four Salt Cellars, Spoons, Box, Swans
By Olier
Caron 1, Henri Soufflot 1
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Head of Minerve first titre for 950/1000 French sterling silver guarantee.
Fabulous French
Category
Vintage 1910s French Empire Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Puiforcat French Sterling Silver Dessert Entremet Flatware Set 12 Pcs Rococo
By Emile Puiforcat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Puiforcat French sterling silver dessert/Entremet flatware set of 12 pc Rococo
Handles have
Category
Antique 1880s French Rococo Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Cardeilhac French Sterling Silver Dinner Flatware Set 18 Pieces Neoclassical
By Cardeilhac
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
flatware 36 pieces.
Head of Minerve 1st titre for 950/1000 French sterling silver guarantee.
Prestigious
Category
Antique 1880s French Neoclassical Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver, Steel
Puiforcat Masterpiece French Sterling Silver Tea Coffee Spoons Set, Trilobé
By Puiforcat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Head of minerve first titre for 950/1000 French sterling silver guarantee.
A set of truly
Category
Antique 1880s French Gothic Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Puiforcat Masterpiece French Sterling Silver Pie, Pastry or Fish Server Trilobé
By Jean Puiforcat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
minerve first titre for 950/1000 French sterling silver guarantee.
A server of truly exceptional
Category
Antique 1880s French Gothic Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Puiforcat French Sterling Silver Dinner Flatware Set of Three-Piece Rococo
By Emile Puiforcat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
catalog of the Maison Puiforcat.
Head of Minerve 1st titre on the handles for 950/1000 French sterling
Category
Antique 1880s French Rococo Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Tetard French Sterling Silver Four Salt Cellars, Spoons, Original Box
By Tetard Freres
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Head of Mercure first titre for 950/1000 French sterling silver guarantee.
Fabulous French
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Puiforcat Masterpiece French All Sterling Silver Dessert Four Piece Set Mascaron
By Emile Puiforcat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
available.
Head of Minerve 1 st titre for 950/1000 French sterling silver guarantee.
Prestigious
Category
Antique 1880s French Renaissance Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Ravinet D
Enfert Rare French Sterling Silver Melon Forks Set, Rococo
By Louis Ravinet and Charles D
Enfert 1
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
of Minerve first titre on the handles for 950/1000 French sterling silver guarantee and silver plate
Category
Antique 1890s French Rococo Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver, Silver Plate
Lapparra Top Quality French Sterling Silver Soup Ladle Poppies Art Nouveau
By Antoine Lapparra 1
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
950/1000 French Sterling silver guarantee.
The design and workmanship of this piece is exceptional
Category
Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Puiforcat Fabulous French Sterling Silver Dinner Forks Set Six Pieces Iris
By Emile Puiforcat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
titre for 950/1000 French sterling silver guarantee.
The set have a fantastic Iris motif in Art Nouveau
Category
Antique 1880s French Art Nouveau Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Puiforcat French Sterling Silver Fish Servers Two Pieces Box Empire, Swan
By Emile Puiforcat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
.
Head of Minerve 1 st titre on the handles for guarantee 950/1000 French sterling silver. The upper part
Category
Antique 1880s French Empire Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
Queille Masterpiece French Sterling Silver Pie, Pastry, Fish Server Swan, Putti
By Pierre-François Queillé
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Head of Minerve 1 st titre for 950/1000 French sterling silver guarantee.
Extremely rare Pie
Category
Antique 1880s French Empire Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Puiforcat French Sterling Silver Flatware 18 Pc Pompadour, New Stainless Blades
By Emile Puiforcat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
of Minerve 1 st titre for 950/1000 French Sterling Silver guarantee.
Prestigious silversmith
Category
Antique 1880s French Neoclassical Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver, Stainless Steel
Odiot Rare French Sterling Silver 18 Karat Gold Strawberry Spoon
By Odiot
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Head of Minerve 1st titre for 950/1000 French sterling silver vermeil guarantee. The quality of the
Category
Antique 1880s French Rococo Sterling Silver
Materials
Gold, Sterling Silver
Puiforcat Rare French Sterling Silver Fish Flatware Set 12 pieces Pompadour
By Emile Puiforcat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
available. Flatware 12-piece Pompadour...
Head of Minerve 1st titre for 950/1000 French Sterling Silver
Category
Antique 1880s French Louis XVI Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Lapparra Fabulous French Sterling Silver Dinner Flatware 18 Pieces Empire Torch
By Antoine Lapparra 1
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
silversmith available.
Head of Minerve 1 st titre for 950/1000 French sterling silver guarantee. New
Category
Antique 1890s French Empire Sterling Silver
Materials
Stainless Steel, Sterling Silver
Lapparra Fabulous French Sterling Silver Dinner Flatware Set 18 Pieces Poppies
By Antoine Lapparra 1
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Head of Minerve 1 st titre for 950/1000 French sterling silver guarantee
The design and
Category
Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Cardeilhac French Sterling Silver 18K Gold Dessert Entremet Spoons Set
By Cardeilhac
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
flatware 36 pieces...
Head of Minerve 1st titre for 950/1000 French sterling silver guarantee. The quality
Category
Antique 1880s French Neoclassical Sterling Silver
Materials
Gold, Sterling Silver
Lapparra Fabulous French All Sterling Silver Fish Servers Two Pieces Poppies
By Antoine Lapparra 1
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Head of Minerve 1st titre for 950/1000 French sterling silver guarantee.
The design and
Category
Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique French Sterling Silver Baccarat Cut Crystal Aperitif or Whiskey Service
By Baccarat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
1st titre for 950/1000 French sterling silver guarantee.
The set includes six glasses in sterling
Category
Antique 1890s French Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Puiforcat Masterpiece French Sterling Silver 18k Gold Cocktail Spoon, Mascaron
By Emile Puiforcat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Minerve 1st titre for 950/1000 French sterling silver vermeil guarantee. The quality of the gold used to
Category
Antique 1880s French Renaissance Sterling Silver
Materials
Gold, Sterling Silver
Combeau Rare French Sterling Silver Dinner Flatware Set 12 Piece Empire, Swans
By Ernest Combeau
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Combeau rare French sterling silver dinner flatware set 12 pc swans.
Exceptional French sterling
Category
Vintage 1910s French Empire Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Combeau Rare French Sterling Silver Dinner Flatware Set 12 Piece Empire, Swans
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Combeau rare French sterling silver dinner flatware set 12 pc swans.
Exceptional French sterling
Category
Vintage 1910s French Empire Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Puiforcat French Sterling Silver Fish Servers Two-Piece with Original Box Iris
By Emile Puiforcat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Minerve 1st titre on the handles for guarantee 950/1000 French sterling silver. The engraved upper parts
Category
Antique 1880s French Rococo Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
Rare French All Sterling Silver Menu, Place, Name Holders Six Pieces Rococo
By Martial Gauthier, Paris
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
pattern. No monogrammed.
Head of Minerve 1 st titre for 950/1000 French Sterling Silver guarantee
Category
Antique 1880s French Rococo Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Puiforcat French All Sterling Silver Dessert Entremet Knife Set 12 Piece Rococo
By Emile Puiforcat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
handles for 950/1000 French sterling silver guarantee.
Prestigious silversmith :
Emile Puiforcat.
16
Category
Antique 1880s French Rococo Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Soufflot Fabulous French All Sterling Silver Flower-Shaped Dishes Pair Rococo
By Henri Soufflot 1
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
minerve 1 st titre for 950/1000 French Sterling Silver guarantee.
Prestigious silversmith:
Henri
Category
Antique 1880s French Rococo Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Ernie Fabulous French All Sterling Silver Oyster Forks Set Six Pieces Rococo
By Edouard Ernie, Paris 1
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
titre for 950/1000 French sterling silver guarantee.
Finesse of design and quality of execution rarely
Category
Antique 1880s French Rococo Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Fabulous French All Sterling Silver Tea and Coffee Service Four-Piece Rococo
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
of Minerve 1st titre for 950/1000 French sterling silver guarantee.
Prestigious Silversmiths:
Nesme
Category
Antique 1880s French Rococo Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Coignet French Sterling Silver Cut Crystal Claret Jug, Ewer, Decanter Iris
By Louis Coignet 1
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
for 950/1000 French Sterling Silver guarantee.
Exceptional French sterling silver and cut crystal
Category
Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Sterling Silver
Materials
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Queille Fabulous French All Sterling Silver Ice Cream Set 12 Pieces Torchs
By Eugène Queille 1
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
titre for 950/1000 French sterling silver guarantee.
A set of truly exceptional quality, for the
Category
Antique 1870s French Neoclassical Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Puiforcat Christofle French Sterling Silver Dessert Flatware Set 24 Pc, Box
By Emile Puiforcat, Christofle
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Head of Minerve 1 st titre for 950/1000 French sterling silver guarantee.
The spatulas are decored
Category
Antique 1880s French Neoclassical Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Puiforcat French All Sterling Silver Dessert Hors d
Oeuvre Set Box Rococo
By Emile Puiforcat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
titre for 950/1000 French sterling silver guarantee.
Handles have Rococo style pattern. The set
Category
Antique 1870s French Rococo Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Puiforcat French Sterling Silver Dessert/Entremet Flatware Set of 12 Pc Rococo
By Emile Puiforcat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
for 950/1000 French sterling silver guarantee.
Prestigious silversmith:
Emile Puiforcat
who
Category
Antique 1880s French Rococo Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Puiforcat French All Sterling Silver Salad Serving Set of Two-Piece Rococo
By Emile Puiforcat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
titre for 950/1000 French sterling Silver guarantee.
This salad serving set comprises a three-tined
Category
Antique 1880s French Rococo Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Veyrat French Sterling Silver Dinner Knife Set 12 Pieces with Box Neoclassical
By Gustave Veyrat 1
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
first titre on the handles for 950/1000 French sterling silver guarantee.
Twelve pieces of truly
Category
Antique 1880s French Neoclassical Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Cardeilhac French Sterling Silver and Ebony Knife Set 12 Pieces Box Renaissance
By Cardeilhac
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
.
Hallmarks:
Head of Minerve 1 st titre on the blades for 950/1000 French sterling silver guarantee
Category
Antique 1840s French Renaissance Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Puiforcat Gorgeous French Sterling Silver Fish Servers Two pieces w/box Iris
By Emile Puiforcat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Minerve 1st titre on the handles for guarantee 950/1000 French sterling silver. The engraved upper parts
Category
Antique 1880s French Art Nouveau Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
Puiforcat French Sterling Silver Dinner Flatware Set 36 Pieces Baron Crest
By Emile Puiforcat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Minerve 1 st titre for 950/1000 French sterling silver guarantee.
A rare flatware with foliate, shell
Category
Antique 1880s French Neoclassical Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Cardeilhac French Sterling Silver Dinner Flatware Set of 18 Pieces Neoclassical
By Cardeilhac
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Fabulous French sterling silver dinner flatware set 18 pieces including six dinner spoons, six
Category
Antique 1880s French Neoclassical Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver, Steel
Rare French Sterling Silver Cutlet Holders Set of 12 Pieces, Original Box
By Paul Tallois
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Head of Minerve 1st titre for 950/1000 French sterling silver guarantee. Boar's head for 800/1000
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Neoclassical Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
Ravinet Rare French Sterling Silver Dinner Flatware Set 12 Pieces Iris Pattern
By Louis Ravinet and Charles D
Enfert 1
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Ravinet rare French sterling silver dinner flatware set of 12 pieces Iris pattern
The handles
Category
Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Puiforcat Rare French Sterling Silver Dinner Flatware Set of 12 Pieces Acanthus
By Emile Puiforcat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
, Acanthus. No monograms. Fabulous and rare!
Head of Minerve 1st titre for 950/1000 French sterling silver
Category
Antique 1880s French Louis XVI Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Puiforcat Rare French Sterling Silver Dinner Flatware Set of 12 Pieces Acanthus
By Emile Puiforcat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Puiforcat rare French sterling silver dinner flatware set of 12 pieces acanthus.
Exceptional
Category
Antique 1880s French Louis XVI Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Puiforcat Rare French Sterling Silver Dessert Hors D
oeuvre Set, Box, Acanthus
By Emile Puiforcat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Minerve 1st titre for 950/1000 French sterling silver guarantee.
Exceptional set of four pieces with
Category
Antique 1880s French Neoclassical Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Puiforcat Rare French Sterling Silver Dessert Flatware Set 12 pc Moderne Model
By Emile Puiforcat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Minerve 1 st titre for 950/1000 French sterling silver guarantee.
The design and workmanship of this
Category
Antique 1880s French Art Nouveau Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Puiforcat Rare French Sterling Silver Dinner Flatware Set of 12 Pieces Moderne
By Emile Puiforcat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Minerve 1st titre for 950/1000 French Sterling Silver guarantee.
The design and workmanship of this set
Category
Antique 1880s French Art Nouveau Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Puiforcat Rare French Sterling Silver Six Salt Cellars, Spoons, Box, Mistletoe
By Emile Puiforcat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Head of Minerve 1 st titre for 950/1000 on salt cellars and spoons for 950/1000 French sterling
Category
Antique 1880s French Art Nouveau Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver, Gold
French Sterling Silver Dinner Knife Set 12 Pc Mascarons Stainless Steel Blades
By François Camus, Paris
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
.
Head of Minerve 1st titre on the handles for 950/1000 French sterling silver guarantee and new
Category
Antique 1880s French Renaissance Sterling Silver
Materials
Stainless Steel, Sterling Silver
Rare French Sterling Silver Vermeil 18-Karat Baccarat Crystal Service Swans
By Risler
Carré, Baccarat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
1st titre for 950/1000 Vermeil French Sterling Silver guarantee. The quality of the gold used to
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Empire Sterling Silver
Materials
Crystal, Gold, Sterling Silver
Puiforcat French Sterling Silver Dessert Knife Set 12 Pc, New Stainless Blades
By Emile Puiforcat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Puiforcat French Sterling Silver dessert knife set 12 pc, new stainless blades.
Rococo handles
Category
Antique 1880s French Rococo Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver, Stainless Steel
Puiforcat French Sterling Silver Tea Coffee Dessert Spoons Set 12 Pc, Moderne
By Emile Puiforcat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
.
Head of Minerve 1st titre for 950/1000 French sterling silver guarantee.
Prestigious silversmith
Category
Antique 1880s French Art Nouveau Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Canaux Masterpiece French Sterling Silver Gold 18-Karat Strawberry Spoon Cherub
By Paul Canaux and Company 1
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
titre for 950/1000 French Sterling Silver guarantee. The quality of the gold used to recover sterling
Category
Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Sterling Silver
Materials
Gold, Sterling Silver
Puiforcat French Sterling Silver 18-Karat Gold Sugar Sifter Spoon Rococo
By Emile Puiforcat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
of the Maison Puiforcat.
Head of Minerve 1 st titre for 950/1000 French sterling silver vermeil
Category
Antique 1880s French Rococo Sterling Silver
Materials
Gold, Sterling Silver
Puiforcat Imposing French Sterling Silver 18-Karat Gold Sugar Bowl Rococo
By Emile Puiforcat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Puiforcat imposing French sterling silver 18-Karat gold sugar bowl Rococo.
This sugar bowl is an
Category
Antique 1880s French Rococo Sterling Silver
Materials
Gold, Sterling Silver
Puiforcat Rare French Sterling Silver Dinner Flatware Set 12 Pc Moderne Model
By Emile Puiforcat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Head of Minerve 1st titre for 950/1000 French Sterling Silver guarantee.
The design and
Category
Antique 1880s French Art Nouveau Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
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950 Sterling Silver For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of 950 sterling silver on 1stDibs. A piece of 950 sterling silver — often made from metal, silver and sterling silver — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without an item from our selection of 950 sterling silver — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A choice in our collection of 950 sterling silver, designed in the Art Deco, Art Nouveau or Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one object in our assortment of 950 sterling silver that is appealing in its simplicity, but Gorham Manufacturing Company, Jean Puiforcat and Puiforcat produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a 950 Sterling Silver?
Prices for a piece of 950 sterling silver can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $68 and can go as high as $42,995, while the average can fetch as much as $2,250.
Questions About 950 Sterling Silver
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 27, 2024Opinions differ as to why sterling silver is called sterling. Some scholars believe that the name comes from the term Easterlings, referring to coin makers who relocated from Germany to England in the 12th century. Others say that sterling is a derivation of Starling, the name of the one-penny silver coin in circulation in 1300 when King Edward I issued a decree that all silver articles were to be at least 92.5% pure silver. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of sterling silver jewelry, tableware and decorative objects.
- Is Thai silver sterling silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Most thai silver has more pure silver in it than standard sterling silver. Most sterling silver is 92.5% silver with another alloy, typically copper, making up the rest of the metal. Thai silver often falls in the range of 97.5-99% pure silver, so a significantly higher percentage of it is pure silver, making it softer and less likely to tarnish. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary silver jewelry from top sellers around the world.
- Why is sterling silver so cheap?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 6, 2024Sterling silver is so cheap because of two main factors. First, it contains just 92.5% pure silver, so the cost of raw materials to produce it is lower than that of other types of silver. Second, the supply of silver is generally greater than that of other precious metals like gold and platinum, leading to lower prices. Explore a collection of sterling silver jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What is sterling silver made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Sterling silver is made of 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% alloy. Depending on the composition, the alloy may be nickel, copper, brass or other metals. On 1stDibs, find a variety of sterling silver jewelry, tableware and decorative objects.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024To identify sterling silver, look for hallmarks in an inconspicuous area, such as the underside of flatware handles, the bottoms of serveware and the interior or clasp areas of jewelry. Pieces made of sterling silver often feature "925" or ".925" markings. Alternatively, they may feature "Sterling" or "STER" stamps. For assistance determining what type of metal a particular piece is, consult a knowledgeable expert, such as a certified appraiser. Shop a diverse assortment of sterling silver jewelry, flatware, tableware and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- What is bad for sterling silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The worst substances for sterling silver are chlorine, chlorine bleach, and ammonia, all of which will cause tarnish and accelerate corrosion. You should also avoid household cleaners, rubber, and perspiration. Rinse your sterling silver pieces thoroughly after coming into contact with those substances. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of sterling silver pieces from top sellers worldwide.
- What is antique sterling silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Sterling silver is an alloyed form of silver, and is made up of 92.5% fine silver and 7.5% copper. An antique sterling silver item will have the same silver content and will be over 100 years old. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique sterling silver from some of the worlds top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a sterling silver Vesta?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A Vesta is a type of small case used to carry matches for smoking, while sterling silver is a precious metal made by combining pure silver with an alloy. Therefore, a sterling silver Vesta is one fabricated out of this kind of metal. Find a collection of Vesta containers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024Sterling silver is real silver, not fake. However, it is not solid silver. A piece of sterling silver usually contains 92.5% pure silver, and the remainder of its content comes from base metals. Sterling silver is a popular material for jewelry because it is durable and resists tarnishing. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of sterling silver jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The difference between silver and sterling silver is its composition. Silver is a general term used to describe metal that is rich in or made completely of the element silver. Sterling silver is a specific alloy with 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% other metals like nickel or brass. Fine silver is the term for 99.9% pure silver. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of silver jewelry, watches, tableware and decorative accents.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A sterling silver spoon is mostly fine silver, but not quite solid silver. Sterling silver is an alloyed form of silver, and is 92.5% fine silver and 7.5% copper. You can shop a collection of authentic sterling silver items from some of the worlds top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024Although you can shower with 925 sterling silver jewelry on, it is better to remove it prior to bathing. Exposure to water is unlikely to damage the metal, especially if you dry it off promptly after you shower. However, chemicals found in soap, body wash, shampoo, conditioner and other personal care products could react with the precious metal and cause tarnishing. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of sterling silver jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Sterling silver is considered antique if it was made over 100 years ago. Many antique sterling silver items will have a mark or stamp. First, clean the item and check for marks. A “925” mark indicates a silver purity of 92.5 percent, which is the composition of sterling silver. If you don’t see a mark, work with a certified appraiser to acid test the item and determine the silver content. You’ll find expertly vetted antique sterling silver items on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021The most expensive sterling silver flatware is said to be Grand Baroque by Wallace. Sterling silver is a combination of pure silver and copper in a 92.5% and 7.5% ratio. Sterling silver is more valuable because of the silver content. In addition, the age, design, and attractiveness of the silverware may mean its value far exceeds the silver value. Sterling silver flatware with ivory handles is always the most valuable. Find a collection of antique and vintage sterling silver flatware from different creators on 1stDibs today.
- Is Reed and Barton sterling silver?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Yes, Reed Barton pieces are made of sterling silver. The American brand was founded in 1824 and is highly regarded as one of the highest quality silver manufacturers in the world. The brand also makes more affordable silver-plated items too.1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Yes, Reed and Barton sells sterling silver. Reed and Barton is a prominent American silver manufacturer located in Massachusetts that is known for its sterling silver and silverplate. To determine if a Reed and Barton piece is sterling silver, look for the word “sterling” or the number “.925”. Shop Reed and Barton on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Yes, sterling silver is okay for earrings. In fact, many people love earrings crafted out of the precious metal. Sterling silver has an appealing cool color and noticeable shine. Plus, the metal is durable, so it can resist scratching when worn frequently. Keep in mind that sterling silver earrings will need regular cleaning and polishing to fight tarnishing. Explore a diverse assortment of sterling silver earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023Yes, sterling silver can be good for earrings. Many people appreciate the appearance of sterling silver due to its cool color. In addition, sterling silver resists wear and tear to help earrings stand the test of time. One thing to keep in mind is that silver can tarnish, so you'll likely need to regularly clean and polish your earrings to keep them looking like new. Shop a variety of sterling silver earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, sterling silver, no matter what its used to make, is not solid silver. In most countries, the sterling standard is 92.5% silver with an additive alloy, usually copper, making up the rest of the sterling silver. Sterling silver is harder than pure silver and much more useful as tableware. Shop a collection of sterling silver from some of the worlds top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Sterling silver is a very good quality alloy because the added metals make it very durable, even more so than gold. Because it is also lightweight it can be great for everyday wear.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024Whether it's worth selling sterling silver depends on your personal preferences and the current market conditions. The price of sterling silver fluctuates over time, so it's a good idea to research the current rates before you sell. In some cases, sterling silver jewelry, tableware or decorative objects may be worth more than the market rate for sterling silver due to their age, maker and rarity. As a result, you may wish to consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer before you sell. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of sterling silver pieces.
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Hermes Ravinet Box
Jacques Pierre Cardeilhac
Knife Vermeil
Limoges Coffee Pot
Napoleon Sword
O Gallia
Odiot Flatware
Odiot Plates
Odiot Silver Flatware