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French Art Deco Chinese Cocktail Picks, 1920
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Set of 12 French Art Deco Chinese Cocktail Picks, France, 1920s. This exquisite set features 12
Category
1920s French Art Deco Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Chrome
Circular Chinese Porcelain Bowl, Sung Period, 12th-14th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Chinese porcelain bowl adorned with cloud engravings.
12th-14th century, Sung period.
Category
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
Qing Chinese Blue
White Porcelain Lidded Jar w Hand Painted Five-Clawed Dragon
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
A very beautiful Chinese porcelain baluster-shaped jar with lid and knob, painted in underglaze
Category
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
$3,003 Sale Price
30% Off
Chinese Cup, Character Decor, 19th Century
Located in Nice, FR
Porcelain cup (crackled sandstone) from China, decoration of characters and flowers. This cup is
Category
19th Century Chinoiserie Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
19th Century Glassware with Gold Inclusions and Chinese Decor
Located in Marseille, FR
19th century glassware with gold inclusions and Chinese decoration, 11 cm high and about 10 cm in
Category
19th Century Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Glass
Antique Famille Verte Kangxi Period Tea Bowl SE Asia Chinese Porcelain
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Lozenge with ribbons. Large dish with similar ruyi design is pictured in; Ströber, symbols on chinese
Category
17th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
$2,840 Sale Price
20% Off
18th Century Chinese Flower Plate from the Compagnie Des Indes
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
China was a period of cultural development.
The arrival of porcelain in Europe was linked to the
Category
18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
$113 Sale Price
20% Off
Chinese Export Silver Goblet
Located in London, GB
A Chinese Export Silver Goblet of rare and unusual form. The bowl has four panels, two decorated
Category
1860s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
$10,242
Antique Plate Anhua Fencai Porcelain Famille Rose China Qianlong, 1736-1795
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A fine antique Chinese plate, made during the Qianlong period. Flower in the rim and anhua
Category
18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Kangxi Qing Period Chinese Porcelain Plate Marked Base, 18th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
: Porcelain & Pottery
Region of Origin: China
Period: 18th century
China Dynasty Period: Qing (1661 – 1912
Category
18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
$115 Sale Price
45% Off
Antique Large Armorial Chocolate Pot Qing Chinese Porcelain Chine de Commande
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Additional information:
Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Region of Origin: China
Period: 18th century Qing (1661
Category
18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
$2,366 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Ca 1740-1750 Chinese Porcelain Qianlong Creamer Famille Rose
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A very nicely decorated creamer/jug. Yongzheng period. Great decoration in Famille Rose / Fencai palette.
Condition
small chip to rim with large line running from it. Lid with some...
Category
18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
$613 Sale Price
64% Off
Antique Chinese Porcelain Qianlong Period Creamer Sauce Boat Flowers, 18th C.
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
: Porcelain & Pottery
Decoration Type / Colour: Imari
Region of Origin: China
Emperor: Kangxi (1661-1722
Category
18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
$175 Sale Price
45% Off
Chinese Stoneware Bowl, Sung Period, 12th-14th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Glazed stoneware adorned with combed vegetable engravings with cylindrical base.
12th-14th century, Sung period.
Category
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Stoneware
Set of Small Porcelain Serving Dish, in Wooden Box, China, 19th Century
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
. Some have a small chip, see detailed pictures. It has been made in China 19th century.
Category
19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Chinese Porcelain Tea Cup
Saucer Imari Qing Period, 18th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Region of Origin: China
Period: 18th century
China Dynasty Period: Qing (1661 – 1912)
Japanese Style
Category
18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
$268 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Antique Chinese Porcelain Nyonya Ware Kitchen Qing Medaillon Plate, 19th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Lovely Chinese Porcelain plate early 19th c. Pictured in the book “Nyonya ware & Kitchen Ch’ing
Category
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
$178 Sale Price
20% Off
Japanese Chinese Porcelain Tea Cup
Beaker Saucer Imari Beetle, 18th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
: Porcelain & Pottery
Region of Origin: China
Period: 18th century
China Dynasty Period: Qing (1661 – 1912
Category
18th Century Chinese Edo Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
$268 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Antique Chinese Kangxi Porcelain Armorial Pate Blue and White, Ca 1700
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Kangxi in all it’s delight
Chinese blue and white European market plate, Kangxi (1662-1722
Category
17th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
$1,416 Sale Price
45% Off
Chinese Porcelain Valentines Patter Teapot Chine de Commande Qianlong, 18th C
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A Chinese Porcelain teapot. Qianlong period
Fantastic and highly detailed decoration in Grisaille
Category
18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
$921 Sale Price
45% Off
Large Antique 19th Century Qing Dynasty Chinese Blue
White Dragon Plate
Located in Pearland, TX
A lovely large 10" antique 19th Century Chinese plate with a hand painted fire breathing dragon and
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Famille Jaune Decorative Plate, Chinese Ceramic, Display Dish, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique Famille Jaune decorative plate. A Chinese, ceramic display dish, dating to the
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Ceramic
Antique Chinese Porcelain Tureen 18th c around 1800 Regency Redecoration English
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Bont porcelain from China. A relatively unknown niche of Chinese porcelain from ca 1680-1740 that was
Category
18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
$1,115 Sale Price
39% Off
Antique Chinese Porcelain Yongzheng Gilt and Red Flower Butterfly Tea Set
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A rare chinese porcelain gilt dish and cup
Thinly potted porcelain decorated in gilt and red
Category
18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
$710 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Antique Chinese Porcelain Tea Set Teapot Donkey Yongzheng/Early Qianlong Period
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
: Porcelain & Pottery
Region of Origin: China
Emperor: Qianlong (1735-1796)
Period: 18th century Qing (1661
Category
18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
$1,838 Sale Price
20% Off
Large Antique Oval Meat Platter, Chinese, Ceramic, Serving Plate, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a large antique oval meat platter. A Chinese, ceramic dinner serving plate, dating to the
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Ceramic
Chinese Export Silver Mug
By Yatshing
Located in London, GB
An interesting and delightful Chinese export silver mug, of double-skin construction and decorated
Category
1840s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
19th Century English Porcelain China Service
Located in Dallas, TX
Of fine quality, the service with blue decorated borders with gilt floral decoration. Consisting of 9 luncheon plates 9 1/4", 11 dessert plates 7" diameter, 2 large leaf shaped serv...
Category
19th Century English Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Famille Jaune Decorative Dish, Chinese, Display Plate, Qing, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique Famille Jaune decorative dish. A Chinese, ceramic display plate, dating to the
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Ceramic
Antique Chinese Canton X Large Platter Export Porcelain Blue
White Huge 20x17"
Located in Wilton, CT
Huge antique Chinese export porcelain Canton blue & white serving platter is a nice example of
Category
Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
Armorial Chinese Porcelain Large Teapot Chine de Commande Qianlong, 18th Cen
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
of Origin: China
Emperor: Qianlong (1735-1796)
Period: 18th century Qing (1661 - 1912)
Age: Pre-1800
Category
18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
$368 Sale Price
48% Off
Vintage Silver Plated Napkin Rings Set of 6
Original Case Ornate Engraved
Located in Wembley, GB
Add elegance and charm to your dining table with this set of 4 antique English style silver plated
Category
1920s Chinese Art Deco Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Metal, Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
$358 Sale Price
25% Off
Mid 19th Century Set of Chinese Cantonese Blue
White Dinner/Lunch Set 68 pcs
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fantastic set of blue & white hand decorated porcelain Canton ware, perfect for a lunch 68 pcs.
13 - tea cups
13 - saucers
13 - 9" plates
2 - 7" bowls
17- 6" plates
Minor chips or cr...
Category
1850s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Paste, Porcelain
Antique Republic Chinese Porcelain Large Spoon Qianlong Marked, 19th/20th Cen
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Origin: China
Period:19th century, 20th century Qing (1661 - 1912), Republic / Minguo (1912 - 1949)
Age
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Chinese Porcelain Famille Rose Qianlong Leaf Sauceboat Bowl, 18th Cen
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
:
Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Region of Origin: China
Period: 18th century Qing (1661 - 1912)
Age: Pre-1800
Category
18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
$945 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Chinese Export Blue and White Porcelain Covered Tureen and Platter, 19th Cenutry
Located in Austin, TX
A traditional and timeless Chinese Export "Canton" pattern blue and white porcelain tureen and
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
Chinese Porcelain Creamer for Tea Serving Chine de Commande, 18th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
of Origin: China
Emperor: Qianlong (1735-1796)
Period: 18th century Qing (1661 - 1912)
Age: Pre-1800
Category
18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
$398 Sale Price
20% Off
Set of Eight 18/19th Century Chinese Export Rose Canton Plates
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of eight Chinese export Rose Canton ceramic serving plates made in the 18/19th Century. They
Category
Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
Chinese bowl with painted decorations, 18th C.
Located in Aalsgaarde, DK
Rare Chinese bowl with painted decorations, 18th Century.
Category
18th Century Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Chinese Wooden Block / Chopping Block, Hand-Carved, c. 1900
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
An Antique Chinese chopping block with hand-carved detailing. Two original iron supports are wedged
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Hardwood
$864 Sale Price
20% Off
Set of 3 Kangxi Period Chinese Porcelain Landscape Blue White Plates
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
& Pottery
Category: Blue & White
Region of Origin: China
Period: 17th century Qing (1661 - 1912)
Age: Pre
Category
17th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
$1,319 Sale Price / set
39% Off
Antique Chinese Porcelain Tea Set, 3 Person, Early 20th C., Hand-Painted
Located in Bastogne, BE
This charming antique porcelain tea set, crafted in China at the dawn of the 20th century.
Hand
Category
1910s Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
Large Chinese Porcelain Water Basket Swatow Style Dragons, 19th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
scene of dragons.
Additional information:
Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Region of Origin: China
Period
Category
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
$1,348 Sale Price
20% Off
Chinese Export Silver Goblet
By Luen Wo
Located in London, GB
A Chinese export silver goblet with prunus decoration on a matte background, and the base and stem
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
Chinese Style English Pearlware Plates
Located in Tampa, FL
A pair of 1800s English pearlware Chinese style, blue and white octagon shape plates. old
Category
Early 1800s English Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
Pair of Antique Chinese Porcelain Eggshell Saucers Yongzheng Period Bont, 18 C
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Sharing this unusual Dutch Decorated pair of Chinese Yongzheng Eggshel Porcelain cup and saucer
Category
18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
$538 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pair of Antique Chinese Enameled Chargers with Birds C1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
Pair of Antique Chinese Enameled Chargers with Birds C1920
Measures- 1.75''H x 12.25''W x 12.25''D
Category
Early 20th Century Asian Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Ceramic
$360 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Antique Qing Chinese Porcelain Chine de Commande Creamer Fencai, 18 Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
:
Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Region of Origin: China
Period: 18th century, 19th century Qing (1661 - 1912
Category
18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
$719 Sale Price
39% Off
Chinese Export Silver Centrepiece
By Wang Hing
Co.
Located in London, GB
This impressive Chinese Export Silver Centrepiece, consists of a large central dish, pierced with
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
Set of 2 Antique Chinese Porcelain Kangxi/Yongzheng Blue White Porridge Plates
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
flowers and trees.
Additional information:
Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Region of Origin: China
Period
Category
18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
$898 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Antique Large Chocolate Pot Qing Chinese Porcelain Chine de Commande, 18th Cen
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
& Pottery
Region of Origin: China
Period: 18th century Qing (1661 - 1912)
Condition: Just some minimal
Category
18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
$1,499 Sale Price
39% Off
Antique Mayer
Sherratt (Trade Name Melba China )
By Thomas Mayer
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique Mayer & Sherratt (Trade Name Melba
China) set of six cake/salad plates in the Imari pattern
Category
1920s English Art Deco Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Gold Leaf
$79 Sale Price
64% Off
Chinese Pottery with Decorations, 15 / 16th Century
Located in Aalsgaarde, DK
Fine Chinese pottery with decorations, 15 / 16th century.
Category
16th Century Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Pottery
Antique Kangxi Porcelain Chinese Red Famille Verte Tea Set Top, 18th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
: China
Emperor: Kangxi (1661-1722)
Period: 18th century
China Dynasty Period Qing (1661 – 1912
Category
18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
$898 Sale Price / set
20% Off
1891-1911 Rose Canton Sweetmeat 6 Piece Service in Original Case, Chinese
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
1891-1911 Rose Canton sweetmeat service of 6 piece in original case, Chinese. Fine double happiness
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Ceramic
Fine Chinese Export Famille Rose Well and Tree Platter, circa 1840
Located in New York, NY
Fine Chinese export Famille Rose well and tree platter, circa 1840.
Category
1840s Chinese Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Chinese Porcelain Qianlong Period Blue White Dinner Plate, 18th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
& Pottery
Region of Origin: China
Japanese Style: Arita, Imari
Period: 18th century Qing (1661 - 1912)
Age
Category
18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Porcelain
$1,791 Sale Price / set
20% Off
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Antique Chinese Silver For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of antique Chinese silver you’re looking for. Frequently made of ceramic, porcelain and metal, every item from our selection of antique Chinese silver was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect choice in our collection of antique Chinese silver — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. Each object in our assortment of antique Chinese silver bearing Georgian, Victorian or Art Nouveau hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one option in this array of antique Chinese silver that is appealing in its simplicity, but Wang Hing
Co., Luen Wo and Hung Chong
Co. produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Antique Chinese Silver?
The average selling price for a piece of antique Chinese silver at 1stDibs is $1,902, while they’re typically $50 on the low end and $188,800 for the highest priced.
Finding the Right Dining-entertaining 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 Antique Chinese Silver
- Is Chinese silver valuable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024Yes, some Chinese silver is valuable. The term largely refers to silverware manufactured in and exported from China from 1870 through the 1940s. How much a particular piece of Chinese silver is worth depends on its style, age, condition and overall demand. Consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer for assistance with valuation. Shop a wide range of Chinese silver tableware, jewelry and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024To identify Chinese silver, first look for hallmarks in an inconspicuous area, such as on the bottom or interior. Most pieces will feature four markings. The first is a series of Chinese characters corresponding to the artisan who produced it. The second is the name of the retailer who sold it, usually printed in English. Chinese silver will also usually display the city of manufacture in either Chinese characters or English and a purity mark. Purity markings vary and may include numbers like “935” or “900,” the words “STERLING” or “SOLID SILVER” or Chinese characters that translate to "pure silver." You can learn more about your silver wares by comparing the markings on your pieces to information published on trusted online resources. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also assist with the identification process. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Chinese silver.
- What is antique silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024What antique silver is depends on the context. In many cases, the term refers to silverware and silver decorative objects produced more than 100 years ago. However, antique silver may also be the name of a distressed silver finish frequently used on lighting fixtures and bathroom fixtures. Explore a selection of antique silver wares on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The difference between silver and antique silver is age. Items of any age made of silver or a silver alloy may be called silver. The term antique silver refers to silver pieces that are at least 100 years old. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique, vintage and modern silver tableware and decorative objects.
- Is antique silver real silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Whether or not antique silver is real depends on the piece. Sometimes, manufacturers simply call a gray-silver finish antique silver. In these cases, the item is usually not real silver. It is possible for antique silver to be pure silver, sterling or silver plated. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of silver decorative objects and jewelry.
- What is an antique silver plate?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Silver-plating refers to the process of applying a thin layer of silver overtop of a base metal, such as copper, nickel or pewter. An antique silver-plated item would have gone through this same process. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique silver plate items from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Antique silver plates are antique plates made from either pure silver or have been silver-plated. Silver is a timeless material that’s been popular for centuries, and antique silver is always highly regarded. Shop a collection of antique silver plates from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify silver antiques, search for a maker's mark on the base, handle, interior and other inconspicuous areas. Using trusted online resources, research the maker to find out when it was in business and browse online catalogues and image galleries, looking for pieces that resemble yours. Doing so can help you get a rough idea of when your silver objects were manufactured. To be classified as antique, an item must be at least 100 years old. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also assist with the identification process. On 1stDibs, explore a range of antique silver decorative objects.
- What is antique silver made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024What antique silver is made of varies. In most cases, antique silver is sterling silver, which is 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% alloys. You can also find antique silver jewelry and decorative objects made out of other silver alloys, like fine silver, which is 99.9% silver and only 0.1% alloys. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of silver pieces from some of the world's top sellers.
- What is antique silver plating?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Antique silver plating is a thin layer of genuine silver applied over top of a base metal. Depending on the piece, the main metal may be copper, brass or nickel. You'll find a range of antique silver-plated decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- 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 does antique silver mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021Antique silver is a type of silver that is at least a century old. Find a diverse range of intricately designed, elegant antique silver decorative objects and more on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify antique Chinese furniture, look carefully at its details. Chinese craftsmen often built furniture using mortise and tenon joinery, eliminating the need for nails and screws. If you see this type of hardware, your piece is likely not at least 100 years old, especially if the hardware still looks new and shiny. Since antique furniture was handmade, you will normally see slight imperfections, such as tool marks or slight variations in carvings. Pieces that appear completely uniform and pristine are less often genuine antiques.
When present, maker's marks can also be helpful. Research the marks to learn more about when the maker was active and producing pieces like yours. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer evaluate your furniture for you.
Shop an assortment of antique Chinese furniture. 
Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020The best way to know is to take it to an expert, such as an appraiser, reputable dealer or auction house, or museum
PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020To determine the age of a Chinese furniture piece, look carefully at the joinery and finish. Natural expansion and contraction of the wood over time will cause a joint to protrude or retract, distorting a once-seamless fit. Antique lacquer finishes become crackled and worn over time. Areas of exposed wood, such as the underside of a table, the footrest of a chair, or the back of a cabinet should appear raw and dry compared to the finished surface. With use, the legs of tables and chairs become weathered near the bottom from precipitation and use.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024Whether antique silverware is real silverware or not varies. Many antique flatware pieces feature silver plate, so they consist of a base metal beneath a layer of genuine silver. There is also flatware made entirely from sterling silver, which is an alloy that is 92.5% silver and 7.5% base metal. Researching the hallmarks found on your silverware using trusted online resources can help you determine whether the items are sterling silver or silver plate. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also assist you. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique silverware.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024Yes, some antique sterling silver is valuable. Sterling silver of any age has value as a material because it is a precious metal. Some pieces may be worth even more than the going rate for sterling due to their maker, style, type and condition. Some silversmiths whose pieces are often in demand among collectors include Tiffany Co., Georg Jensen, Gorham Manufacturing Company and Towle. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of antique sterling silver wares.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Whether antique silverplate has any value depends on a variety of factors. The design of the piece, who made it and decoration are among the biggest determiners of value. Generally, rarer pieces that remain in good condition will be worth the most. Today, just as pewter collectibles and sterling silver are popular with collectors at neighborhood flea markets, antique Sheffield silverplate housewares are sought after for their appearance and rich history. Consider having the piece evaluated by a knowledgeable antiques dealer or certified appraiser to get an accurate estimate of how much it's worth. On 1stDibs, find antique silverplate from some of the world's top sellers.
- 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021While antique silver plate can be worth something, it is not usually as valuable compared with contemporary pieces or similar sterling silver antiques.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if a silver spoon is an antique, seek the assistance of a licensed and experienced appraiser. Many antique pieces lack marks, and it is generally not possible to determine the type and age of metal through a simple visual inspection. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique silver spoons on 1stDibs.
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