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Duesbury and Kean period Derby campagna form porcelain urn.
Located in New York, NY
Rare and fine Duesbury and Kean period Derby campagna form porcelain urn with Etruscan masks in
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19th Century English Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Porcelain

English Derby Porcelain Castor and Cover Circa 1750 - 1760
By Longton Hall
Located in Brooklyn, NY
English Derby porcelain castor and a cover, the baluster-form body painted in Chelsea-style and
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1750s English Rococo Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Derby Porcelain Botanical Handpainted Dessert Service, C.1820
Located in London, GB
A Derby English porcelain botanical dessert service C.1820, painted with bold summer flower stems
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Early 19th Century British Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Set of 12 Ridgway Old Derby Dessert Plates
By Ridgway Porcelain
Located in Baltimore, MD
A set of 12 Ridgway in Staffordshire Old Derby dessert plates in the classic bold Imari pattern
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19th Century English Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Rare pair of Derby yellow ground saucetureens, covers and stands
Located in London, GB
An exceptionally fine and rare pair of Derby yellow ground sauce tureens, covers and stands
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19th Century English Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Derby Porcelain Stirrup Cup in the Form of a Trout s Head, 19th Century
Located in Woodstock, OXFORDSHIRE
Dated: circa 1810 Derby England Antique English porcelain salmon head stirrup cup Derby circa
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1810s English Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

English Rare Copeland Ironstone Large Pitcher "Going to the Derby" 1867 to 1890
Located in Wells, ME
Derby", a humorous take off of on a country race between two mules pulling two hay wagons. Impressed and
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Ironstone

English Bloor Derby Porcelain Pair of Blue-Ground Armorial Dinner Plates
Located in Brooklyn, NY
English Bloor derby porcelain pair of blue-ground armorial dinner plates, with extensive gilt
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Early 19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century Royal Crown Derby "Kings" Pattern Tea Service with Tray Dated, 1892
Located in Toronto, ONTARIO
A lovely tea service by Royal Crown Derby in "Kings" pattern. Consisting of four demi tasse cups
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1890s British Edwardian Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Late 18th-Early 19th Century English Royal Crown Derby Plates, Puce Mark
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of late 18th-early 19th century English Royal Crown derby round porcelain plates with blue and
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Late 18th Century English Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Early 20th C. Set of 6 English Hand Painted Imari Pattern Crown Derby Tea Set
Located in GB
This Crown Derby tea set is in exceptional condition. It is a set of six hand painted and gilded
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1910s English Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Silver and Cut-Glass Four-Arm Derby Silver Company Candelabras, 1900s
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of American silver and cut-glass four-arm candelabras by Derby Silver Company from the early
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Early 20th Century American Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Silver

Vintage Cigarette Box, Silver Plate Golf Motif, circa Early 20th Century
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
rather than simply sitting on a surface. The charming box was produced by Connecticut’s Derby Silver
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Early 20th Century American Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

Derby Tea Service for Eight
Located in New York, NY
Antique Derby tea service with eight trios of teacup, coffee can, and saucer, lidded teapot on
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Early 19th Century English Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Porcelain

18th-century Derby Porcelain of Jupiter with Eagle
By Derby
Located in Downingtown, PA
18th-century Derby Porcelain of Jupiter, Circa 1775-80 The Derby porcelain figure depicts the
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1770s English Georgian Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Derby Porcelain Bough Pots C.1815
By Derby
Located in Exeter, GB
A fine pair of Derby bough pots c.1815 painted with topographical landscapes 'In Italy' & 'In
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19th Century British Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Derby Porcelain Bough Pots C.1815
By Derby
Located in Exeter, GB
A fine pair of Derby bough pots c.1815 painted with topographical landscapes 'In Italy' probably by
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19th Century British Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Derby Porcelain Botanical Dessert Plate Pattern 216 with Clematis c1800
By Derby
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Botanical themes became a firm favourite at Derby when copies of Curtis's Botanical Magazine
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Early 19th Century English George III Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Pair Derby Crown Porcelain Company Limited Miniature Urns with Lids
By Derby
Located in Dublin 8, IE
Pair of exhibition quality Derby Crown Porcelain Company Limited miniature Urns with lids. Rich in
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1880s English Victorian Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Porcelain

A Derby porcelain vase decorated by Richard Dodson c.1820
By Derby
Located in Exeter, GB
A Derby porcelain two-part vase c.1820. Of elongated campana shape, finely decorated with birds in
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19th Century British Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Three Chelsea-Derby Porcelain Pieces
By Chelsea-Derby
Located in Charlottesville, VA
Three Chelsea-Derby porcelain pieces, circa 1775. Central urn cartouche flanked by musical
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1770s English Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Derby Breakfast Porcelain Coffee Cup, Regency Pattern, ca 1800
By Derby
Located in London, GB
This is a very rare large coffee cup and saucer made by Derby in about 1800. The cup in in an extra
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Early 1800s English Regency Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Porcelain

A Derby Porcelain Cache Pot decorated by John Brewer c.1815
By Derby
Located in Exeter, GB
A Derby Porcelain Cache Pot c.1815. Of circular form, flared rim with slightly tapered sides, the
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19th Century British Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Derby Porcelain Botanical Dessert Service Including Pair of Fruit Coolers
By Derby
Located in Downingtown, PA
Derby porcelain botanical dessert service including pair of fruit coolers, Pattern 115, Twenty
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Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Derby Plate, Camden Service, William Billingsley Roses on Green, 1795
By Derby
Located in London, GB
This is a very rare plate from the famous "Earl of Camden" service made by the Derby Porcelain
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1790s English George III Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Derby Porcelain Coffee Can and Saucer, White with Gilt Georgian, circa 1795
By Derby
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful coffee can with saucer made by Derby in about 1795. The can has a simple but
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1790s English Regency Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Derby Porcelain Teacup, Japan Pattern with Ducks, Regency, 1815-1820
By Derby
Located in London, GB
This is a charming teacup and saucer made by Derby some time between 1815 and 1820. The set is
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1810s English Regency Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Regency Derby Porcelain Coffee Can hand painted in Trailing Vine Patn, Ca 1825
By Derby
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a finely hand painted porcelain coffee can made by the Derby factory, England, in the
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Derby Orphaned Coffee Can, White, Landscape by Zachariah Boreman, ca 1790
By Derby
Located in London, GB
This is a very rare and stunning little orphaned coffeecup made by Derby in about 1790. The cup has
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1790s English Georgian Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Derby Porcelain Coffee Cup, Artichoke Pattern in Turquoise, Georgian ca 1785
By Derby
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful coffee cup and saucer made by Derby in about 1785. The set has the distinctive
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1780s English George III Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Derby Porcelain Tea Bowl, Artichoke Pattern in Turquoise, Georgian ca 1785
By Derby
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful tea bowl and saucer made by Derby in about 1785. The set has the distinctive
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1780s English George III Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Derby Apple Green Ice Pails
By Bloor Derby
Located in Katonah, NY
A lovely pair of Derby porcelain ice cream pails (fruit coolers) decorated with hand-painted
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19th Century English Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Derby Square Dish, Camden Service, William Billingsley Roses on Green, 1795
By Derby
Located in London, GB
This is a very rare square dish from the famous "Earl of Camden" service made by the Derby
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1790s English George III Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Derby Porcelain Twin Handled Urn Vases c1830
By Bloor Derby
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Heading : Pair of Bloor Derby named view twin handled urn vases Date : c1825 -40 Period : George
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1830s British George IV Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Derby Porcelain Cream Pot with Cover, Blue and White, ca 1765
By Derby
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderful and rare cream pot with cover made by Derby in about 1765. This dish has caused
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1760s English Chinoiserie Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Four Derby Porcelain Dishes Hand Painted in Sprig Pattern, England, circa 1815
By Derby
Located in Katonah, NY
the height of style in Paris and London in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. This set is Derby
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Derby Porcelain Tea Bowl, Artichoke Pattern in Turquoise, Georgian ca 1785 (4)
By Derby
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful tea bowl and saucer made by Derby in about 1785. The set has the very amazing
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1780s English George III Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Derby Porcelain Hound Stirrup Cup by Stevenson Hancock Derby.
By Royal Crown Derby Porcelain
Located in Downingtown, PA
The large Stevenson & Hancock Derby porcelain naturalistic stirrup cup is painted in shades of
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Mid-19th Century British Regency Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Set of Six Antique English Porcelain Dishes Hand Painted by Derby, circa 1810
By Derby
Located in Katonah, NY
A set of six English hand-painted Derby porcelain dishes made in the early 19th century, circa 1810
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Seven Antique Blue and White Porcelain Soup Plates Made by Derby England C-1805
By Derby
Located in Katonah, NY
These seven blue and white seven soup dishes are elegant. They were made by Derby Porcelain at the
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Early 18th Century Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Two Pairs of 18th Century Green Chelsea Derby Dishes
By Chelsea-Derby
Located in Katonah, NY
Two pairs of 18th century Chelsea Derby dishes, a pair of ovals and a pair of round dishes (only
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Mid-18th Century English Rococo Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Porcelain

A Derby Porter Mug
By Royal Crown Derby Porcelain
Located in Katonah, NY
An early 19th century Derby porter mug showing a landscape hand painted in monochrome puce. The
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19th Century English Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Blue and White Set of Dinner Dishes Derby Royal Lily Pattern Made England 1882
By Derby
Located in Katonah, NY
This exceptional blue and white set of Royal Lily Pattern dinner dishes was made in England in 1877. The dozen dinner plates are beautifully painted in underglaze blue in the exquis...
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Late 19th Century English Regency Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Antique English Derby Porcelain "Sevres" Style Cabaret or Dejeuner Tray
By Bloor Derby
Located in CHARLESTON, SC
Rare and fine antique English derby porcelain hand painted "Sevres" style cabaret or dejeuner tray
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Mid-19th Century English Adam Style Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Derby Porcelain Botanical Dessert Plate Pattern 216 with Rose Mallow
By Derby Porcelain
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Botanical themes became a firm favourite at Derby when copies of Curtis's Botanical Magazine
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Early 19th Century English George III Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Derby Porcelain Botanical Dessert Plate Pattern 216 with Chalcedonian Lily
By Derby Porcelain
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Botanical themes became a firm favourite at Derby when copies of Curtis's Botanical Magazine
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Early 19th Century English George III Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Derby Porcelain Botanical Dessert Plate Pattern 216 with Babiana Stricta
By Derby Porcelain
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Botanical themes became a firm favourite at Derby when copies of Curtis's Botanical Magazine
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Early 19th Century English George III Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Late 19th Century Crown Derby Luncheon Plates, Set of Four
By Crown Derby
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
A set of four luncheon plates, Crown Derby red 1877-1890 mark. Asian motif with urn and good
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Late 19th Century Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Early 19th Century English Bloor Derby Porcelain Pastille Burners
By Bloor Derby
Located in Middleburg, VA
Pair of Early 19th Century English Bloor Derby Porcelain Pastille Burners. Pastille burners are a
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Set of Twelve Derby Cornflower Blue Dishes Made England circa 1830
By Bloor Derby
Located in Katonah, NY
We are pleased to offer this set of Derby plates decorated with a wide cornflower blue border set
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1830s English Regency Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Derby Porcelain Botanical Dessert Plate Pattern 216 with Wood Night Shade
By Derby Porcelain
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Heading : Derby porcelain botanical plate Date : c1800 Period : George III Marks : Derby crown and
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Early 19th Century English George III Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Antique English Chelsea-Derby Porcelain Neoclassical Rim Soup Plates
By Chelsea-Derby
Located in CHARLESTON, SC
Very rare and fine pair of antique English Chelsea-Derby porcelain neoclassical garlands and roses
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Late 18th Century English George III Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Dessert Plate Bloor Derby, Neoclassical Pattern, 1815-1820 2
By Bloor Derby
Located in London, GB
This is a stunning dessert plate made by Derby between 1815 and 1820, which was the Regency era
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1810s English Neoclassical Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Bloor Derby Dessert Plate, Neoclassical Pattern, 1815-1820 1
By Bloor Derby
Located in London, GB
This is a stunning dessert plate made by Derby between 1815 and 1820, which was the Regency era
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1810s English Neoclassical Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Bloor Derby Dessert Service, Neoclassical Pattern, Regency 1815-1820
By Bloor Derby
Located in London, GB
This is a stunning dessert service made by Derby between 1815 and 1820, which was the Regency era
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1810s English Neoclassical Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Set of 4 Bloor Derby Dinner Plates, 1825-1830
By Bloor Derby
Located in London, GB
This is a set of 4 dinner plates made by Bloor Derby between 1825 and 1830. I have a matching set
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1820s English Regency Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Set of 8 Bloor Derby Dessert Plates, 1825-1830
By Bloor Derby
Located in London, GB
This is a set of 8 dessert plates made by Bloor Derby between 1825 and 1830. I have a matching set
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1820s English Regency Antique Derby Silver

Materials

Porcelain

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Antique Derby Silver For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of antique derby silver for your home. An item from our selection of antique derby silver — often made from ceramic, porcelain and metal — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect choice in our collection of antique derby silver — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. An object in our assortment of antique derby silver made by Georgian designers — as well as those associated with Regency — is very popular. Royal Crown Derby Porcelain, Derby and Bloor Derby each produced at least one beautiful option in this array of antique derby silver that is worth considering.

How Much is a Antique Derby Silver?

Prices for a piece of antique derby silver start at $128 and top out at $435,000 with the average selling for $1,250.

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 Derby Silver
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
    Yes, the Derby Silver Company is real silver. However, most pieces produced by the maker are silver-plate, meaning they have a finish that consists of a thin layer of genuine silver. The remainder of the silver-plated tableware and decorative objects are made of base metal. Founded in 1872, the Derby Silver Company was an American silversmith best known for its line of silver-plated mirrors, combs, brushes, clocks, flatware and tea sets. On 1stDibs, explore an assortment of Derby Silver Company silver wares.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    What 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, 2023
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Whether 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Silver-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, 2022
    Antique 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, 2024
    To 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    What 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Antique 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sterling 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    Antique 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 ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    Whether 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, 2024
    Yes, 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, 2023
    Whether 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, 2022
    Sterling 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, 2021
    While 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, 2022
    To 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 ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    Yes, some antique silver plate is worth something. However, any value that a piece has usually comes from its rarity rather than from the cost of its materials, because silver plate contains very little pure silver. There is generally a demand for certain older pieces by Christoffle, Elkington Co., Mapp Webb and other well-known manufacturers. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can evaluate the condition of your piece and give you an idea of how much it is worth. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of silver plate tableware, serveware and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
    Yes, some silver-plated antique silverware may be worth something. Antique pieces are 100 years old or older, and because of their age, pieces in good condition may be sought after by collectors due to their rarity. The maker, style and type will also impact the potential resale value. In terms of value as scrap metal, antique silver-plated silverware usually isn't worth much because silver plate is made only from a small amount of pure silver. To get an estimated value for your silverware, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. Explore a wide range of antique silverware on 1stDibs.