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Chinese Export Silver Teaset
Located in London, GB
Chinese Export Silver 3-piece Teaset, circa 1920, of pumpkin form, decorated with pumpkin vine and
Category
Early 1900s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
$13,023
Chinese Export Silver Box
By Luen Wo
Located in London, GB
A Chinese Export Silver Box, c1890. Two dragon on the hinged lid. Embossed and chased with fish and
Category
1890s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
Chinese Export Silver Salver
Located in London, GB
An exquisite Chinese Export Silver Salver embossed and chased with a captivating scene of graceful
Category
1880s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
$10,281
Chinese Export Silver Bowl
By Luen Wo
Located in London, GB
Chinese Export Silver Bowl, of round form with applied prunus around two-thirds of the bowl leaving
Category
1890s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
$10,281
Antique Ironstone China Coxon
Co Green Pottery Wash Bowl Basin and Pitcher
By Ironstone China
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Ironstone China Coxon & Co. Light Green Pottery Wash Bowl Basin and Pitcher. Item features
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19th Century Victorian Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Pottery
Chinese Export Silver Bowl
By Hung Chong
Co.
Located in London, GB
A Chinese Export silver bowl decorated with chrysanthemum against a matte background.
Made by the
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Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
Chinese Export Silver Mug
Located in London, GB
A Chinese Export Silver Mug, circa 1875, with dragon handle and decorated with battle scenes
Category
1870s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
Chinese Export Silver Mug
Located in London, GB
Chinese Export Silver Mug circa 1850, of double-skin construction and decorated with bamboo leaves
Category
1850s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
Chinese Export Silver Card Case
Located in London, GB
Chinese Export Silver Card Case, circa 1900, embossed and chased with a dragon amidst clouds on one
Category
Early 1900s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
Chinese Export Silver Card Case
Located in London, GB
Chinese Export Silver Card Case, circa 1835, embossed and chased with a scene of figures in battle
Category
1830s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
Chinese Export Silver Bowl
Located in London, GB
A Chinese export silver bowl circa 1890, with later blue glass liner. The bowl is pierced with
Category
1890s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
Chinese Export Silver Cocktail Shaker
By Hung Chong
Co.
Located in London, GB
Chinese Export Silver Cocktail Shaker, circa 1925, embossed and chased with dragon decoration
Category
1920s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
Chinese Export Silver Cocktail Shaker
By Tuck Chang
Co.
Located in London, GB
Chinese Export Silver Cocktail Shaker, c1925, embossed and chased with bamboo decoration against a
Category
1920s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
Chinese Export Silver Biscuit Box
By Wang Hing
Co.
Located in London, GB
Chinese Export Silver Biscuit Box, circa 1895, with British import marks for Glasgow 1902, and a
Category
1880s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
Chinese Export Silver Card Case
Located in London, GB
Chinese Export Card Case, circa 1885, embossed and chased with figural scenes on one side, and
Category
1880s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
Chinese Export Silver Card Case
By Luen Wo
Located in London, GB
Chinese Export Card Case, circa 1885, embossed and chased with figural scenes on one side with a
Category
1890s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
Chinese Export Silver Three Piece Tea Service
By Luen Wo
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Chinese export silver three piece tea service; an
Category
Early 1900s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
Chinese Export Silver Biscuit Box
Located in London, GB
Chinese Export Silver Biscuit Box circa 1890, of barrel shape with plain pull-off lid. This
Category
1890s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
Chinese Export Silver Fruit Dish
By Luen Wo
Located in London, GB
A Chinese export silver fruit dish of shaped oval form. The dish has applied chrysanthemum on
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Early 1900s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
Chinese Export Silver Biscuit Box
By Wang Hing
Co.
Located in London, GB
Chinese Export Silver Biscuit Box circa 1890, of quatrefoil form. The front and back panels are
Category
1890s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
Chinese Export Silver Bowl
Located in London, GB
A Chinese export silver bowl with blue glass liner.
The bowl is pierced and has wonderfully
Category
1890s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
Chinese Export Silver Card Case
By Kwong Man Shing
Located in London, GB
Chinese Export Silver Card Case, circa 1900, embossed and chased with a dragon on both sides and a
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Early 1900s Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
Two Chinese Lidded Bowls of Silver, China, Early 1900s
Located in København, Copenhagen
Two Chinese lidded bowls of silver.
Stamped, China, early 1900s.
Measure: Height 6 cm, diameter
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
Chinese Export Dragon Bowl By Wang Hing
By Wang Hing
Co.
Located in Montreal, QC
Chinese Export Silver Openwork Dragon Bowl, Made and signed at the base "Wing Hing" with the
" 90
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1890s Chinese Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
Chinese Export Silver Candelabrum
Dish
By Tuck Chang
Co.
Located in London, GB
Chinese Centrepiece circa 1895, formed as a 2-light candelabrum with a central dish supported by
Category
1890s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
Large Chinese Export Silver Bowl
By Hung Chong
Co.
Located in London, GB
A large Chinese Export Silver Bowl with chrysanthemum decoration on a matte background. It was
Category
19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
Large Chinese Export Silver Bowl
By Hung Chong
Co.
Located in London, GB
A large Chinese Export Silver Bowl with chrysanthemum decoration on a matte background. It was
Category
19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
Pair of Chinese Export Silver Candlesticks
By Hung Chong
Co.
Located in London, GB
Pair of Chinese Export Silver Candlesticks on original wood stands, Shanghai circa 1885.
The
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1880s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
Antique Chinese Export Silver Goblet
By Wang Hing
Co.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Chinese export silver goblet; an addition to our wine
Category
Early 1900s Hong Kong Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
Pair of Chinese Export Silver Bowls
Located in London, GB
A Pair of Chinese Export Silver Bowls on original wood stands, circa 1880. Both bowls composed of
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1880s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
Chinese Export Silver Cocktail Shaker, Tray
Beakers
Located in London, GB
Chinese Export Silver Cocktail Shaker, Tray and 6 Beakers, Hong Kong circa 1920. The cocktail
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1920s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
Antique Chinese Export Silver Christening Mug
By Yok Sang
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine antique Chinese Export silver christening mug, part of our silverware collection.
This fine
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Early 20th Century Chinese Other Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
Chinese Export Silver Tea Cup and Saucer
Located in London, GB
A Chinese Export Silver Tea Cup and Saucer made in Hong Kong around 1900. The cup embossed and
Category
Early 1900s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
Large Chinese Export Silver Bowl
Located in London, GB
A large Chinese export silver bowl with chrysanthemum decoration on a matte background. It was made
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
20th Century oriental silver plate bamboo decorated tobacco box
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
20th century oriental silver plate bamboo decorated tobacco box circa 1925.
Fine quality chinese
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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique Chinese Export Silver and Cherry Wood Vase Circa 1890
By Cum Shing
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Chinese Export Silver and cherry wood based vase; an
Category
1890s Chinese Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
19th Century Rare Chinese Export Solid Silver
Enamel Bowl, Wo Kwong circa 1890
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique late 19th century extremely rare Chinese export solid silver and enamel bowl, the sides are
Category
19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver, Enamel
Antique Chinese Export Silver Repousse Box with Dragon by Luen Wo
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Chinese Export silver box.
By Luen Wo of Shanghai.
With a coiled repousse dragon
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
Antique Chinese Export Silver Vases by Wang Hing
Co
By Wang Hing
Co.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive pair of antique Chinese export silver vases; an addition to our
Category
1890s Chinese Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Taylor
Company Antique Chinese Export Silver Bowl
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Chinese Export Silver bowl; an addition to our Chinese/Asian
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1890s Chinese Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
A Chinese porcelain and silver mounted cup and cover
Located in London, GB
, the unmarked silver mounts are intricately embellished with engraved flowers and foliage.
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique 1850s Chinese Export Silver Mug
By Khe Cheong
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Chinese Export Silver mug; part of our Asian silverware collection
Category
1850s Chinese Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
19th Century Chinese Export Solid Silver Goblet, Leeching, c.1870
By Leeching
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th Century Chinese export solid silver goblet, a testament to its impressive size and
Category
19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
Antique 19th Cent. Signed Yang Qing He Chinese Export Silver Engraved Dragon Box
By Yang Qing He
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed antique Chinese silver box.
In solid silver.
By Yang Qing He of Shanghai, active in
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Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Signed Chinese Export Sterling Silver Footed Bowl by Sing Fat
By Sing Fat
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed antique Chinese silver footed bowl.
By Sing Fat.
In solid silver.
With applied
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Wang Hing Chinese Export Silver Vesta or Matchsafe
By Wang Hing
Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Chinese export silver vesta or matchsafe.
By Wang Hing & Co. of Hong Kong
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
Antique Chinese Export Silver Cigar Case
By Wing Nam
Co
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Chinese Export Silver cigar case; part of our diverse
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1910s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
Antique Chinese Export Silver Bowl, circa 1890
By Tuck Chang
Co.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Chinese Export silver bowl.
This exceptional Chinese
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1890s Chinese Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
Antique Chinese Export Silver Goblet, circa 1900
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Chinese Export Silver goblet; an addition to our wine
Category
Early 1900s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
Antique Chinese Export Silver Box by Wang Hing
By Wang Hing
Co.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Chinese export silver dragon box; an addition to our
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19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
Chinese Export Silver Tankard by Luen Hing, Early 20th Century, China
Located in Austin, TX
A wonderful Chinese export silver bamboo motif tankard by Luen Hing, circa 1920, Shanghai, China
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
Antique Chinese Export Silver Dragon Epergne Flower Vase by Kwan Wo
By Kwan Wo
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Chinese Export silver epergne or flower vase.
By Kwan Wo of Canton and Hong Kong
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
Antique Chinese Sterling Silver Hallmarked Cocktail Shaker with Dragon, Ca. 1910
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique Chinese Sterling Silver Hallmarked Cocktail Shaker with Dragon Design, Circa 1900-1920's.
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Luen Wo Chinese Export Silver Miniature Pumpkin Form Condiment Jar
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Chinese export silver condiment jar.
By Luen Wo.
In the form of a pumpkin
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
19th Century Chinese Export Silver Two-Handle Cup
Cover, Luen Wo, circa 1880
By Luen Wo
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th century Chinese export solid silver presentation cup and cover, of traditional urn
Category
19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
Peranakan Chinese Export Silver Tankard with Dragon Handle, 19th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A heavy and well cast Chinese export silver tankard with a dragon handle, made of the Southeast
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
1900s Chinese Export Silver Cream Jug / Creamer and Sugar Bowl
By Sincere
Co.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine Chinese Export silver creamer and sugar bowl; part of our Asian silverware collection
Category
Early 1900s Chinese Antique Chinese Silver
Materials
Silver
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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. 
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.
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
- 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 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 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 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.
- 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.
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