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Antique Ultra Fine Japanese Pure Silver Hammered Finish Drinking Flask
Located in South Burlington, VT
stamped Jun-Gin .950 silver (better than sterling .925). It features sleekly designed, beautifully palm
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Pure Silver "Nesting Bird" Rare Form Gift Box
Located in South Burlington, VT
stamped Jun-Gin. 950 silver (better than sterling. 925). It features superb hand chased and repousee
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Very Fine 19th Century French Silver Confiturier / Caviar Bowl, Paris Circa 1835
By Charles Antoine Amand Lenglet
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
very nicely today as an extremely elegant silver caviar bowl, complete with 10 associated sterling
Category
Antique 1830s French Louis Philippe Sterling Silver
Materials
Crystal, Silver
Jean Granvigne - 20 Antique French Art Nouveau Sterling Serving Pieces - 1890s
By J. Granvigne
Located in Wilmington, DE
950 sterling silver, in addition to the Jean Granvigne manufacturer's sterling silver hallmark. The
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Serving Pieces
Materials
Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Asahi Shoten Japanese 950 Silver Lotus Flower Spoon
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Asahi Shoten Japanese 950 silver lotus flower spoon.
The well known Japanese shop Asahi Shoten
Category
20th Century Unknown Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Pair of Post-War CPO Japanese 950 Silver Rickshaw Salt Shakers
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of vintage Japanese silver salt shakers.
In .950 fine silver.
Each in the form of a
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Modern Barware
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Toyo Koki Japan Silver Figural Bird Cage Jewelry Box CPO
Located in Cape May, NJ
Antique Japanese 950 Sterling Silver Figural Bird Cage Jewelry Box CPO Toyo Koki. The piece is in
Category
Vintage 1940s Japanese Artisan Boxes and Cases
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage 950 Silver Samisen Japanese Guitar Salt and Pepper Shakers
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 950 silver samisen Japanese guitar salt and pepper shakers. Marking: STERLING 950. Measures
Category
20th Century Japanese Serving Pieces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Pair of Henri Lapeyre Petite Crystal and Sterling .950 Decanters
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Henri LaPeyre Petite Crystal and Sterling .950 Silver Decanters, circa 1890. Measures
Category
Antique 19th Century French Barware
Materials
Crystal
Louvois by Puiforcat Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service France 248 Pieces
By Emile Puiforcat
Located in Big Bend, WI
revealed in the high percentage of 950/1000 sterling silver. Handmade, exceptional quality. This is a rare
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XIV Tableware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Bvlgari-style 950 Silver and Onyx Stud Earrings:
Located in New York, NY
Century 950 Silver and Onyx Stud Earrings embody sophisticated simplicity. Expertly crafted in high-grade
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Stud Earrings
Materials
Onyx, Silver, Sterling Silver
950 Silver Blue Square Cut Opal Cuff Bracelet
Located in Eagan, MN
just vibrant. Perfect for summer. It is stamped 950. The weight in Grams is 35.70. This bracelet is
Category
2010s Unknown Art Deco Modern Bracelets
Materials
Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
Japanese 950 Sterling Gold Accent Fan Mirror Compact with Box #14636
Located in Washington Depot, CT
176.7g, 113.6dwt.
Marked STERLING SILVER 950
Very nice condition with some light tarnish and surface
Category
20th Century Chain Bracelets
Materials
Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique Japanese Sterling Silver Cigarette Case C.1910
Located in Toronto, ON
Antique Japanese sterling 950 pure silver cigarette case C.1910. Rectangular concave form, rich
Category
Early 20th Century Boxes and Cases
Materials
Sterling Silver
Fabulous Pair of First Empire French Sterling Silver Candlesticks
Located in New York, NY
Fabulous pair of First Empire, sterling silver (.950) candlesticks, Paris, 1798-1809, J.M.C.C
Category
Antique 1790s French Empire Candlesticks
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Vintage Engraved Change Purse Stamped Made for Tiffany and Co
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in New York, NY
interior
Garnet cabochon push clasp
Sterling Silver 950
Measuring 2.75x3.5 inch
In excellent condition
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Boxes and Cases
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Japan Meiji Period 1868-1912 Jewel Box with Compartments Drawers Sterling Silver
Located in Miami, FL
(1868-1912), circa 1900's. Carefully crafted in .950/1000 sterling silver with black lacquered woods
Category
Antique 1880s Japanese Meiji Metalwork
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Art Nouveau Asparagus Server
By Alphonse Debain
Located in Litchfield, CT
This 950 fineness silver (higher than sterling) Art Nouveau asparagus server is superbly functional
Category
Antique 19th Century French Serving Pieces
Japanese Silver Cigarette Case with Flower Cart Etching
Located in Chicago, IL
texture of the rope ties.
A "Sterling Silver 950" mark is stamped on the interior and a commemorative
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Metalwork
Materials
Sterling Silver
Wonderful French Art Deco 950 Silver Coffee and Tea Set on Tray
By Continental Silver Co. 1, E. PROST, Paris
Located in New York, NY
Wonderful Art Deco 950 silver coffee and tea set. Made by Ernest Prost in Paris, circa 1930. This
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Silver Plate
Signed Prieto Juarez Mexico 950 Sterling Silver 5 Pieces Coffee Tea Set W/ Tray
Located in Surfside, FL
Vintage, PRIETO, Juarez Mexico, .950 sterling silver, hand hammered, 5 pieces Coffee/Tea set with
Category
20th Century Coffee and Tea Sets
Materials
Sterling Silver
4-Piece Sterling Tea Set with Ebony Bands, 950 Silver
Located in Plymouth, MA
Elegant 4-piece silver tea/coffee set in 950 sterling. There is no maker's mark but each piece is
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
French 950 Standard Silver Revolving Teastrainer and Base, Paris, circa 1920
Located in London, GB
French 950 standard silver revolving Teastrainer and base, Paris, circa 1920
Unusual revolving
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
Jean Puiforcat 950 Silver "Cannes" Pattern Service for 16
By Jean Puiforcat
Located in San Francisco, CA
Jean Puiforcat sterling silver "Cannes" pattern service for 16.
Fantastic and highly sought
Category
Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Sterling Silver
French Rococo Sterling Silver Tea Set Four Pieces
By L. Lapar Paris
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Minerve 1st titre for 950/1000 French Sterling Silver guarantee. Gross weight: 2,127 g.
Category
Antique 1880s French Rococo Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Cardeilhac Masterpiece French Sterling Silver Strawberry Spoon Renaissance
By Cardeilhac
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Head of Minerve 1st titre for 950/1000 French sterling silver guarantee.
Extremely rare Louis XIII
Category
Antique 1880s French Renaissance Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Huignard Fabulous French Sterling Silver Fish Servers Dolphin, Mascaron
By Emile Huignard 1
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Minerve 1st titre on the handles for guarantee 950/1000 French sterling silver. The upper part of the fish
Category
Antique 1880s French Renaissance Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
Fabulous French Sterling Silver Baccarat Crystal Liquor Service Rococo
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
French sterling silver Vermeil Baccarat crystal liquor service seven pieces.
This complete
Category
Antique 1880s French Rococo Sterling Silver
Materials
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Puiforcat Rare French Sterling Silver Asparagus Pastry Toast Server
By Puiforcat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Minerve 1 st titre on handle for 950/1000 French sterling silver. Silverplate upper part.
Prestigious
Category
Antique 1880s French Rococo Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
Puiforcat Gorgeous French All Sterling Silver Strawberry Spoon Rococo
By Emile Puiforcat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
titre for 950/1000 French Sterling Silver guarantee.
A rare strawberry spoon of truly exceptional
Category
Antique 1880s French Rococo Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Gorgeous French Sterling Silver Bone Holder, Original Box, Cherubs
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Head of Minerve 1 st titre on the handle for 950/1000 French sterling silver guarantee.
A gorgeous
Category
Antique 1880s French Renaissance Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
Fabulous French All Sterling Silver Candle Holder Rococo Pattern
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Minerve 1st titre for 950/1000 French sterling silver guarantee.
Measures:
9"2 (23.5 cm) long with
Category
Antique 1880s French Rococo Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Cardeilhac Masterpiece French Sterling Silver Dinner Flatware 18 Pc Renaissance
By Cardeilhac, Christofle
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Cardeilhac masterpiece French sterling silver dinner 18 pc Renaissance Trilobe
Extremely rare
Category
Antique 1880s French Renaissance Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Cardeilhac Masterpiece French Sterling Silver Ice Cream Spoons Set Renaissance
By Cardeilhac
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Minerve 1st titre for 950/1000 French sterling silver guarantee.
Extremely rare Louis XIII trilobe
Category
Antique 1880s French Renaissance Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Lapeyre French Sterling Silver Ecuelle Covered Serving Dish/Tureen Neoclassical
By Henri Lapeyre 1
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
quality of execution rarely seen.
Head of Minerve 1 st titre for 950/1000 French sterling silver
Category
Antique 1890s French Neoclassical Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Puiforcat Antique French Sterling Silver Dinner Flatware 18 Pieces Pompadour
By Emile Puiforcat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
st titre for 950/1000 French sterling silver guarantee.
Prestigious silversmith:
Emile Puiforcat
Category
Antique 1880s French Neoclassical Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Boulenger Fabulous French All Sterling Silver Sugar Sifter Spoon Rococo
By Charles Boulenger
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
for 950/1000 French sterling silver guarantee.
A rare sugar sifter spoon of truly exceptional quality
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Rococo Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Rare French Sterling Silver Soup Ladle 13" Mascaron Puiforcat Model
By Emile Puiforcat, Veuve Compère 1
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
for 950/1000 French Sterling silver guarantee.
A rare soup ladle with fabulous Renaissance
Category
Antique 1880s French Renaissance Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Henin
Cie French Sterling Silver Dinner Flatware 74 Pieces, circa 1880
By Henin et Cie 1
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
sterling silver mark we have the head of mercury number 1 for the best silver quality 950/1000.
Silver
Category
Antique 1880s French Neoclassical Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Henin
Cie French Sterling Silver Dinner Flatware 74 Pieces, circa 1880
By Henin et Cie 1
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
sterling silver mark we have the head of mercury number 1for the best silver quality 950/1000.
Silver
Category
Antique 1880s French Neoclassical Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Puiforcat French Sterling Silver Sugar Sifter Spoon and Sugar Tongs
By Emile Puiforcat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Head of Minerve 1st titre for 950/1000 French sterling silver guarantee.
The set including a
Category
Antique 1880s French Rococo Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Cardeilhac Fabulous French Sterling Silver Serving or Vegetable Dish Shells
By Cardeilhac
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
st titre for 950/1000 French sterling silver guarantee.
Rococo pattern with shells motif for this
Category
Antique 1880s French Art Nouveau Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Puiforcat French Sterling Silver Dinner Flatware Set
Serving Pieces, Moderne
By Emile Puiforcat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Head of Minerve 1st titre for 950/1000 French sterling silver guarantee for the forks, spoons, soup
Category
Antique 1880s French Art Nouveau Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver, Steel
Puiforcat French Sterling Silver Tea Pot, Sugar Pot, Creamer, Neoclassical
By Emile Puiforcat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
. A set of high quality.
Head of Minerve 1st titre for 950/1000 French sterling silver guarantee
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Louis XVI Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
1819 Imposing French Sterling Silver Baccarat Crystal Bottles Condiment Set
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
-1838, "vieillard", Michel-Ange. 1st titre mark for 950/1000 French sterling silver guarantee
Category
Antique 1820s French Restauration Sterling Silver
Materials
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Antique French Sterling Silver Moka Espresso Spoons Set, 6 Piece
By Morin, Fillot, Ricois
Cie
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Head of Minerve 1st titre for 950/1000 French sterling silver guarantee.
An exceptional set from
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Art Deco Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Puiforcat Masterpiece French Sterling Silver Salt Cellars Pair Spoons Ram
s Head
By Emile Puiforcat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
1 st titre for 950/1000 on salt cellars and spoons for 950/1000 French Sterling Silver guarantee
Category
Antique 1880s French Neoclassical Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Puiforcat Fabulous French All Sterling Silver Asparagus or Sandwiches Grip
By Emile Puiforcat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
of mercure 1st titre for 950/1000 French sterling silver guarantee.
Prestigious silversmith:
Emile
Category
Antique 1880s French Art Nouveau Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Debain Fabulous French All Sterling Silver Asparagus or Sandwiches Grip
By Alphonse Debain
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
1st titre for 950/1000 French sterling silver guarantee.
The grip has a two-part hinged grip form
Category
Antique 1880s French Art Nouveau Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Linzeler French Sterling Silver Dessert/Entremet Flatware Set 12 pc, Rococo
By Robert Linzeler
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
titre for 950/1000 French sterling silver guarantee.
Fabulous French Sterling Silver flatware with
Category
Antique 1890s French Rococo Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Puiforcat French Sterling Silver Tea
Coffee Service with Original Serving Tray
By Emile Puiforcat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
950/1000 French sterling silver guarantee. Silverplate for the serving tray.
A rare sterling silver
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Neoclassical Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
Soufflot Masterpiece French Sterling Silver Gold Strawberry Spoon Cyclamen
By Henri Soufflot 1
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Minerve 1st titre for 950/1000 French sterling silver guarantee.
An exceptional spoon from the point of
Category
Antique 1880s French Art Nouveau Sterling Silver
Materials
Gold, Sterling Silver
Puiforcat French Sterling Silver Fish Servers, Set of Two Pieces Rococo
By Emile Puiforcat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
on the handles for guarantee 950/1000 French sterling silver. The upper part of the fish servers are
Category
Antique 1880s French Rococo Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
Soufflot Rare French Sterling Silver Covered Serving Dish/Tureen Pair, Rococo
By Henri Soufflot 1
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
1 st titre for 950/1000 French sterling silver guarantee.
Prestigious silversmith:
Henri Soufflot
Category
Antique 1890s French Rococo Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Soufflot Gorgeous French Sterling Silver Dinner Flatware Set 12 Pieces Mascarons
By Henri Soufflot 1
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Minerve 1st titre for 950/1000 French sterling silver.
An Renaissance decoration on the handles with
Category
Antique 1880s French Renaissance Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Soufflot Gorgeous French Sterling Silver Dinner Flatware Set 12 Pc Mascarons
By Henri Soufflot 1
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
1st titre for 950/1000 French sterling silver.
An Renaissance decoration on the handles with mascaron
Category
Antique 1880s French Renaissance Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Cardeilhac French Sterling Silver Dinner Forks Set of Six Pieces, Neoclassical
By Cardeilhac
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Cardeilhac French sterling silver dinner forks set of six pieces, neoclassical.
Fabulous French
Category
Antique 1880s French Neoclassical 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.
- 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 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.
- 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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