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Royal by Puiforcat France Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 4 Service 20 Pieces
By Puiforcat
Located in Big Bend, WI
cutlery is also revealed in the high percentage of 950/1000 sterling silver. Handmade, exceptional quality
Category
20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Jean E. Puiforcat - Cutlery Flatware Set Art Deco Sterling Silver - 108 Pieces
By Jean Puiforcat, Puiforcat
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Cutlery Flatware set "Art Deco" made in 950/1000th solid sterling silver by Jean E. Puiforcat.
All
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Jean Tetard - Art Deco Cutlery Flatware Set Nice Sterling Silver 152 Pieces
By Jean Tetard, Tetard Freres
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Art Deco Cutlery Flatware set "Nice" made in 950/1000th solid sterling silver by Jean TETARD.
All
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
ROYAL BY PUIFORCAT Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service FRENCH FRANCE 16 PIECES
By Emile Puiforcat
Located in Big Bend, WI
. The high-quality of Puiforcat cutlery is also revealed in the high percentage of 950/1000 sterling
Category
20th Century French Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Royal by Puiforcat France Sterling Silver Flatware Set 8 Service 56 Pcs Dinner
By Emile Puiforcat
Located in Big Bend, WI
Superb dinner size "Royal" by Puiforcat sterling silver flatware set, 56 pieces. This set includes
Category
20th Century French Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Jean Tetard Art Deco Modernist Cutlery Flatware Set Nice Sterling Silver 115Pces
By Jean Tetard, Tetard Freres
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Art Deco Modernist Cutlery Flatware set "Nice" made in 950/1000th solid sterling silver by Jean
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Puiforcat - Cutlery Flatware Set Elysee Sterling Silver
Vermeil - 127 Pieces
By Puiforcat, Emile Puiforcat
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Cutlery Flatware set "Elysee" made in 950/1000th solid sterling silver and vermeil by Puiforcat
Category
20th Century French Louis XIV Sterling Silver
Materials
Gold Plate, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
French antique sterling silver dessert flatware - 24 pieces - Louis XVI style
By Paul Canaux and Company 1
Located in GRENOBLE, FR
of arms engraved.
Each piece has French hallmark Minerva 1st standard (.950 purity sterling silver
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Royal by Puiforcat Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service for 12, France 60 Pieces
By Emile Puiforcat
Located in Big Bend, WI
. The high-quality of Puiforcat cutlery is also revealed in the high percentage of 950/1000 sterling
Category
20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Royal by Puiforcat France Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 16 Pcs Dinner
By Emile Puiforcat
Located in Big Bend, WI
Dinner size "Royal" by Puiforcat sterling silver Flatware set, 16 pieces. Great starter set! This
Category
20th Century French Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
French antique sterling silver dessert flatware - 24 pieces - Louis XVI style
By Paul Canaux and Company 1
Located in GRENOBLE, FR
standard (.950 purity sterling silver at that time) and Paul Canaux mark stamped. Paul Canaux was a
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Jean E Puiforcat Cutlery Flatware Set Art Deco Papyrus Sterling Silver 80 Pieces
By Puiforcat, Jean Puiforcat
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Cutlery Flatware set Art Deco "Papyrus" made in 950/1000th solid sterling silver by Jean E
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Jean E Puiforcat Cutlery Flatware Set Art Deco Papyrus Sterling Silver 60 Pieces
By Puiforcat, Jean Puiforcat
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Cutlery Flatware set Art Deco "Papyrus" made in 950/1000th solid sterling silver by Jean E
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Tetard Freres, Cutlery Flatware Set Art Deco Sterling Silver in Case 154 Pieces
By Tetard Freres, Jean Tetard
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Art Deco cutlery flatware set made in 950/1000th solid sterling silver by Tetard Freres in its
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Puiforcat, Elysée Vermeil Gold Sterling Silver Flatware Cutlery Set, 70 Pieces
By Emile Puiforcat, Puiforcat
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Exceptional "Elysée" flatware cutlery set in vermeil (950/1000th solid sterling silver gold-plated
Category
20th Century French Louis XIV Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver, Gold Plate, Vermeil
19th Century Neoclassical French Oil and Vinegar Cruet Set Paris Sterling Silver
Located in Milano, MI
for the sterling silver title (950/000), the city mark related to the Guarantee Office of Paris from
Category
Antique Early 19th Century French Neoclassical Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Art Deco Sterling Silver Hinged Double Picture Frame
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco, sterling silver (950 sterling) hinged, double picture frame, American, Ca. 1930's. Opens
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Sterling Silver
Platinum Sapphires Rubies Emeralds Tsavorites Diamonds Drop Earrings Aenea
By AENEA Jewellery
Located in Salzburg, AT
Material:Platinum 950, sterling silver and rhodium
Stones: Sapphires (yellow, pink, orange, blue
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Modern Chandelier Earrings
Materials
Amethyst, White Diamond, Emerald, Morganite, Peridot, Ruby, Blue Sapphir...
Art Deco .950 Silver French Wine Pitcher
Located in Litchfield, CT
950 standard silver, French, circa 1920s. Art Deco pitcher. This French wine pitcher is a
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Pitchers
Materials
Sterling Silver
Belle Epoque Candlesticks - Neoclassical - French 950 Silver - C 1896
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Classical 950 silver candlesticks. Made by André Aucoc in Paris, ca. 1896. Each: tapering
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Candleholders and Candelabra
Materials
Sterling Silver
French antique sterling silver (.950) two-person tea
coffee set for a Duke
By Charles Tirbour
Located in GRENOBLE, FR
Regency style sterling silver two-person coffee and tea set, beautiful 18th century style pattern
Category
Early 20th Century Regency Tea Sets
Materials
Silver
Art Deco Serving Tray - Modern
Geometric - French 950 Silver - C 1925
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco 950 silver serving tray. Made by Henri Laparra in Paris, ca. 1925. Rectangular with
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Platters and Trays
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver 950 Chased Mirror Compact
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver 950 compact.
No monogram
Beautiful etched scroll design on both sides. There is a
Category
20th Century Vanity Items
Materials
Sterling Silver
Bayonne by Puiforcat France Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service Dessert 20 Pcs
By Puiforcat
Located in Big Bend, WI
of Puiforcat cutlery is also revealed in the high percentage of 950/1000 sterling silver. Handmade
Category
20th Century Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antibes by Puiforcat Sterling Silver Flatware Set 18 Service 253 Pieces, Rare
By Jean Puiforcat
Located in Big Bend, WI
high-quality of Puiforcat cutlery is also revealed in the high percentage of 950/1000 sterling silver
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Jovana Djuric Hand-Carved Sterling Silver 950 Slice Ring XX Large
Located in New York, NY
Jovana Djuric Hand-Carved Sterling Silver Slice Ring XX Large
Metal Type: Sterling Silver 950
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Engagement Rings
Materials
Sterling Silver
Fine Japanese 950 Silver Box Case, circa 1920
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Fine Japanese 950 silver box case, circa 1920. Slightly concave, engraved with scenes of Mount Fuji
Category
Early 20th Century Asian Decorative Boxes
Materials
Sterling Silver
Martele Silver Flatware Service
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in New Orleans, LA
an exceptionally pure .950 silver (verses .925 sterling) in a flowing, sensuous Art Nouveau motif. It
Category
Antique 19th Century American Tableware
Materials
Silver
$350,000
Large Silver Water Pitcher with Sculptural Floral Detailing
Located in Madrid, ES
This late 19th / early 20th century large scale .950 (better than sterling) silver water pitcher
Category
Early 20th Century French Rococo Revival Pitchers
Materials
Silver
Large 4 Section Cigarette Case Box .950 Silver Standard, C.1930
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Rare Large 4 section cigarette case box .950 Silver standard, C.1930. Four Sections, beautifully
Category
Vintage 1930s Decorative Boxes
Materials
Sterling Silver
CLETO MUNARI “R&A” Solid silver jug Italy 1993
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
.
Dimensions: Width 24.5 cm; Depth 10 cm; Height 18 cm
Material: 925‰ sterling silver
Weight: 950 grams
Category
20th Century Italian Serving Pieces
Materials
Silver
PUIFORCAT – Solid silver Regency-style wine cooler, late 19th century
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Diameter at base: 16 cm
Height: 22 cm
Material: 950/1°°° sterling silver
Weight
Category
Antique 19th Century French Wine Coolers
Materials
Silver
Vintage Salt Bowl, Asian, Floral and Bamboo, Chiyoyada, Carrying Basket, 53.4 g
Located in San Diego, CA
, Sterling Silver 950, Mini Spoon, Salt Pepper
Vintage Salt Bowl, Asian, Floral and Bamboo Engraved
Category
Vintage 1940s Unknown Flatware and Serving Pieces
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Cisne, by Antonio Pineda, 1958
By Antoñio Pineda
Located in Taxco de Alarcon, Guerrero
, sterling silver .950
Category
Vintage 1950s Mexican Artisan Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Sterling Silver
Victorian Sterling Silver Gothic Chalice Jewelled Gilded Silver Holy Goblet
By Maison Odiot Paris
Located in Wommelgem, VAN
with 6 large amethysts.
Material: Silver, Gold plated, Amethysts, Vermeil silver, Sterling Silver
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Gothic Revival Religious Items
Materials
Amethyst, Multi-gemstone, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Puiforcat Paris French Neoclassical Louis XVI Repousse Oval Pill Box in Sterling
By Puiforcat
Located in Miami, FL
in solid .950/,999 sterling silver and suited with invisible hinges, with a push pressure lock
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Neoclassical Snuff Boxes and Tobacc...
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Meiji Japanese Solid Silver Iris Bowl, Kuhn
Komor, circa 1900
By Kuhn
Komor 1
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
silver, 'Jun-gin' mark, meaning 'pure silver' (950+ high grade silver), also Sterling, (used on items
Category
20th Century Japanese Decorative Bowls
Materials
Silver
Peruvian .950 Sterling Silver Filigree Peacock Card Holder
Located in New York, NY
Stylish and Unique Peruvian .950 Sterling Silver Filigree Peacock Card Holder. Overall excellent
Category
Mid-20th Century Peruvian Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Odiot - Antique French 950 Sterling Silver Candy Serving Dish, 1880s
By Odiot
Located in Wilmington, DE
Direct from a Chateaux in the South of France, A Magnificent 19th Century 950 Sterling Silver Candy
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Taxco Mexico Alicia TO-96 950 Sterling Silver Clamper Necklace
By Taxco Mexico
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Taxco Mexico 950 sterling silver clamper necklace, signed TO-96.
This beautiful vintage oblong
Category
20th Century Mexican More Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Christofle (Cardeilhac) - 4pc. Antique French 950 Sterling Silver Tea Set + Tray
By Cardeilhac
Located in Wilmington, DE
Accompanying "Boulenger" 950 Sterling Silver Serving Tray and 5 Anti-tarnish Storage Wraps, Circa 1890s. The
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Tea Sets
Materials
Vermeil, Sterling Silver
950 Sterling Silver Asian Aesthetic Japanese Pagoda Souvenir Spoon, 1930s
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A sterling silver Asian Aesthetic souvenir spoon from Japan, circa 1930s.
950 silver, showing a
Category
20th Century Japanese Anglo-Japanese Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Set of 10 E. Caldwell French 950 Sterling Silver
Crystal Drinking Glasses
By J.E. Caldwell
Co.
Located in Atlanta, GA
Set of 10 E Caldwell sterling silver and crystal vodka or cocktail glasses with 950 mounts. Fully
Category
20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Noailles by Puiforcat French 950 Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 231 Pieces
By Jean Puiforcat
Located in Big Bend, WI
high-quality of Puiforcat cutlery is also revealed in the high percentage of 950/1000 sterling silver
Category
20th Century Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique American Art Deco Sterling Silver Hammered Finish Cocktail Shaker.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Handmade Antique American Art Deco 950 Sterling Silver Hallmarked Hammered Finish Cocktail Shaker
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Barware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Royal by Puiforcat France Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 30 pcs Dinner
By Puiforcat
Located in Big Bend, WI
it name well.
Royal by Puiforcat France 950 sterling silver Flatware set, 30 pieces. This set
Category
20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Art Deco Sterling Silver
.950
Cocktail Shaker by Suzuyo
By Suzuyo
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco, sterling silver (.950) cocktail shaker, Japan, circa 1930s, Suzuyo, maker. The body is
Category
Vintage 1930s Japanese Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Japanese Sterling Silver 950 Geisha Tea Caddy Spoon Al Malaikah Temple
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A unique sterling silver geisha tea caddy spoon. Makes a great spoon for many items or as a
Category
20th Century Japonisme Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Art Deco French Sterling Silver
.950
and Cobalt Blue Enamel Cigarette Case
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco, French, sterling silver (.950) and cobalt blue enamel cigarette case, Paris, circa 1930s
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Rococo Odiot Meissonnier Sterling Silver Cutlery Flatware for 12, France
By Odiot
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Meissonnier .950 Sterling silver flatware, the dessert one finished in vermeil, comprising a set for twelve
Category
Mid-20th Century French Rococo Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Burmese 950 Silver Betel Box Canister
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Antique 950 silver Burmese betel box canister.
Highly ornate repousse canister, likely used for
Category
20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
French 950 std Silver Tray, C. 1900, Frays Fils
Located in Toronto, Ontario
French 1st std (.950) silver tray, circa 1900, Frays Fils. The tray of small rectangular shape
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Sterling Silver
Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver Cocktail Shaker
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Modern, higher than sterling silver (.950), cocktail shaker, Japan, Ca. 1950's. Lovely
Category
Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Jean Puiforcat Modernist Art Deco Tureen Centerpiece Sterling Silver Aventurine
By Puiforcat, Jean Puiforcat
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Centerpiece - Art-Deco Modernist Center Piece - Tureen made in solid sterling silver 950/1000th
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Japanese Finest "1000 Cranes" Pure Silver Keepsake Box
Located in South Burlington, VT
.950 silver (better than sterling .925). It features superb hand chased and repousee decoration and
Category
Late 20th Century Japanese Showa Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Japanese Antique Fine Pure Silver Drinking "Hip" Flask, Finely Carved
Located in South Burlington, VT
.
Japanese pure sterling silver .950 "hand-carved and hammered finish" hip flask. Fine vintage original
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Scrolling Leaf Decoration Cigarette Case Stamped Hayato Ikeda
Located in New York, NY
950 Sterling Silver cigarette case
Cigarette case is designed with scrolling leaf decoration
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Boxes and Cases
Materials
Silver, 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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 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 ExpertSeptember 9, 2024To tell if Oneida is sterling silver, look for a metal hallmark. Although best known for manufacturing stainless steel, Oneida did produce a limited number of sterling silver-plated pieces. Normally, these items will bear the Oneida name along with the word "plate." Explore a selection of Oneida silverware and tableware on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To clean weighted sterling silver, use a cleaning product formulated for sterling silver and a soft lint-free cloth. Keep dust at bay by wiping the object down with a soft cloth dampened with warm water. Always dry the silver with a soft towel after cleaning. Find a collection of weighted sterling silver decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024To tell if something is sterling silver, first search it for purity marks. Makers often indicate sterling silver with hallmarks like “925,” "STER" or "STERLING," but some pieces may feature alternate hallmarks. Researching the markings on your piece using trusted online resources can help you identify its materials. When in doubt, seek the opinion of a certified appraiser or other knowledgeable expert. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of sterling silver jewelry, tableware and decorative objects.
- Does sterling silver turn green?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Yes, sterling silver does sometimes turn green. The discoloration occurs due to a chemical reaction between the precious metal and compounds in the air, sweat and chemicals found in some products. To reduce the risk of discoloration, avoid wearing your sterling silver jewelry while bathing, swimming, applying skin and personal care products or working with household chemicals. Shop a selection of sterling silver jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To identify Gorham sterling silver, study the marks found on the piece. Pieces made after 1848 will have a letter or symbol stamp. You can use an authoritative online reference to figure out the manufacturing year of the piece. Find a variety of expertly vetted Gorham sterling silver on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024No, not all sterling silver is marked 925. Although all sterling silver usually features hallmarks, these markings do vary. You may sometimes see STERLING or STER used in place of 925. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of sterling silver jewelry, tableware and decorative objects from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023Generally, most experts agree that .925 or 925 sterling silver is the best sterling silver for earrings. This variety of sterling silver is 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% alloy. As a result, it has the cool color and sleek appearance of silver, with another base metal to strengthen it. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of sterling silver earrings.
- 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.
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