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English Victorian Silver Plated Platter Tray Stag Mounted Glass Inkwell Gorham
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique English Victorian silver plated figural platter tray with stag mounted glass inkwell
Category
Early 20th Century English Victorian Platters and Serveware
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique Silver Belle with Figural Fowl-Bearing Countryman Handle
Located in New York, NY
Turn-of-the-century European silver bell. Tulip-bowl with twisted gadrooning. Figural handle
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Silver
Antique Satyr Figural Cigar Cutter, silvered Metal, Austria, 1910s or earlier
Located in Nuernberg, DE
strong Art Nouveau influence.
The surface shows its original antique patina, with expected silver plate
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Folk Art Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Metal, Silver Plate
Figural Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Pair of Candelabra Barnards 1859
By Barnards
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1859 by Edward & John Barnard, this incredible pair of Victorian, Antique
Category
Antique 1850s English Victorian Candelabras
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique French Victorian Silver Plated Figural Centerpiece Bowl Pedestal Base
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Renaissance/Victorian Silver Plated Figural Centerpiece Bowl Pedestal Base (No glass
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Decorative Bowls
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique Edwardian Webster Sterling Silver Figural Duck Child
s Bib Holder
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique silver baby's bib holder.
In sterling silver.
By the Webster Co. of Attleboro
Category
Early 20th Century American Edwardian Vanity Items
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Edwardian Webster Sterling Silver Figural Clothespin Child
s Bib Holder
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique silver bib holder.
In sterling silver.
By the Webster Co. of Attleboro, Mass
Category
20th Century American Edwardian Vanity Items
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Ex voto Male Figure, Infant, Infant Jesus, Silver Italy 1900s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Antique and large ex voto in the shape of a male figure, in silver, from the 1890s to the 1900s
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Folk Art Religious Items
Materials
Silver, Sheet Metal
Antique Ex voto Male figure, Infant, Infant Jesus, Silver Italy 1890s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Antique and large ex voto in the shape of a male figure, in silver, from the early 1890s, Italy
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Art Nouveau Religious Items
Materials
Silver, Sheet Metal
Antique Chinese Silver Hung Chong Co. Beaker Set Figural Salamanders
Spiders
By Hung Chong
Co.
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Set of four sterling silver antique Chinese export beakers or drinking cups made by the Hung Chong
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Metalwork
Materials
Sterling Silver
Fine Antique French Art Deco Style Silvered Bronze Figural Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A fine and unusual antique French Art Deco style silvered bronze figural chandelier. The chandelier
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
$7,800 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique French Orientalist/Moorish Silver/Gilt Bronze and Enamel Figural Clock
Located in New York, NY
A very unusual 19th century antique French orientalist/Moorish silvered bronze, gilt bronze and
Category
Antique 1880s French Moorish Mantel Clocks
Materials
Silver, Enamel
Antique Pair of Silver Rooster Stand, Decoration for Home Décor, Animal Figure
Located in Wembley, GB
Pair of Vintage Silvered Metal Fighting Roosters Decorative Sculptures
Bring dramatic movement and
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Hollywood Regency Animal Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
$493 Sale Price / item
25% Off
Antique Meerschaum Smoking Pipe with Silver Figural Standing Lion Top
Mounts
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
meerschaum and has silver mounts featuring a standing figural lion with one paw on a ball on the top. The
Category
Early 20th Century German Biedermeier Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Silver
Antique Signed German Figural Neoclassical Silver Table Dresser Box or Casket
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique German solid silver table box or casket.
By B. Nieresheimer & Söhne.
With
Category
Early 20th Century German Neoclassical Boxes and Cases
Materials
Silver
Antique Sterling Silver Figural Bird Chatelaine Vinaigrette and Long Link Chain
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Fabulous and Rare! Beautifully Hand crafted and engraved Sterling Silver Vinaigrette Pendant
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique God Atlas Sterling Silver Figural Wax Seal Stamper. German 19-Century.
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Antique God Atlas Sterling Silver Figural Wax Seal Stamper.
Rara Antique, circa 1850, wax seal
Category
Antique 19th Century German Classical Greek Paperweights
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Gorham Coin Silver Greek Revival Vase with Figural Ram
s Head Handles
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique American coin silver vase.
By Gorham.
In a Greek Revival style with two figural
Category
20th Century American Victorian Vases
Materials
Silver
Antique German Figural Renaissance Revival Solid Silver Table Box or Casket
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine Renaissance Revival table box or casket.
In solid silver (likely 800 fine).
Likely by
Category
Early 20th Century German Renaissance Revival Boxes and Cases
Materials
Silver
Antique Pair of Silver Rooster Stand, Decoration for Home Décor, Animal Figure
Located in Wembley, GB
A Pair of Artistically created birds for table decor, silver-plated roosters - ideal for a coffee
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Hollywood Regency Animal Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
$493 Sale Price / item
25% Off
Antique Spanish Sterling Silver Fish Table figure Flex Body Green Eyes /39gr
Located in SE
1920s- 1930s Spanish Sterling Silver Flexible or Bending Fish with Green Glass eyes.
This Fish is
Category
Vintage 1920s Spanish Art Deco Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Sterling Silver
Art Nouveau Deco Antique Silver Plated Tray or Plaque Female Figure with Bird
By Alphonse Mucha
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A romantic antique silver-plated tray or plaque in from an Art Nouveau or Deco design. Circa early
Category
20th Century Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique Victorian Solid Silver Pair of Figural Comports, C
G Fox, circa 1852
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th century very rare pair of Victorian novelty cast solid silver and cut-glass comports
Category
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Silver Plated Figural Military Dress Uniform Hat Display Stand or Rack
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This very detailed and unique silver plated hat stand is hallmarked by an unknown maker, but
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Hat Racks and Stands
Materials
Metal
Antique 19C Vietnamese Inlaid Metal vase Vietnam Silver Figural Symbols
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Bronze baluster vase with polychrome niello decoration representing on one side a lively scene with musician on a terrace, and on the other side a military parade, taotis, Greeks. It...
Category
Antique 19th Century Vietnamese Vases
Materials
Enamel
$2,291 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair Antique Gold
Silvered Bronze and Marble Figural Dolphin Fish Candlesticks
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pair Antique Gold Bronze and Silvered Bronze Figural Dolphin Fish Candlesticks with Marble Bases.
Category
Early 20th Century Candlesticks
Materials
Marble, Bronze
19th Century German Silver Ecclesiastical Figure of Sankt Peter
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Antique loth silver ecclesiastical figure of Sankt Peter, holding a book and keys standing 6.75
Category
Antique 19th Century German Religious Items
Materials
Silver
$1,760 Sale Price
20% Off
Silvered and Gilt Bronze Antique French Figural Sculpture of a Couple by Devaulx
By François Théodore Devaulx
Located in London, GB
Depicting a moment of tender intimacy, this antique French bronze sculpture shows a couple in a
Category
Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Antique German Britannia Silver-Plated Metal Bowling Figure By WMF, Circa 1900
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Greven, DE
This dainty figure was crafted around 1900 by WMF, short for Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Category
Early 20th Century German Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Antique Walker
Hall Silverplate Serving Tray W Figural Handles
Faces
By Walker
Hall
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique Walker & Hall Silverplate Serving Tray W Figural Handles & Faces.
Category
Antique Early 1900s British Aesthetic Movement Decorative Bowls
Materials
Silver Plate
Set of 4, Antique E.F. Caldwell Quality Silvered Bronze 4-Light Figural Sconces
By Edward F. Caldwell
Co.
Located in Atlanta, GA
This exquisite set of four silvered bronze 4-light sconces embodies the exceptional quality and
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Belle Époque Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
$7,600 Sale Price / set
20% Off
c.1880s ANTIQUE NEO-RENAISSANCE IMPRESSIVE FIGURAL NEF, AUSTRIA
Located in Skien, NO
**Magnificent Late 19th-Century Neo-Renaissance Figural Nef, ca. 1880s-1890s**
This exquisitely
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Renaissance Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Silver Plate
$5,200 Sale Price
20% Off
19th Century German Solid Silver Figure Of A Fruit Seller, c.1880
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th Century German solid silver figural table ornament modelled as a female fruit seller
Category
Antique 19th Century German Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Silver
Late 19thC Fine Quality Silver Plated Figural Double Lidded Tea or Jam Container
Located in Incline Village, NV
Lovely and unique figural item consisting of a Kate Greenway influenced Dickens' style figural
Category
Antique 1880s American Victorian Jars
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique Cast Metal Figural
Mechanical Robed Woman Dinner or Service Bell
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique dinner or service counter bell is unsigned, but presumed to have originated from
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Scientific Instruments
Materials
Metal, Silver Plate, Steel
Antique Art Nouveau Cast Figural Metal Pedestal Ladies Dresser or Vanity Mirror
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique cast figural ladies pedestal dresser mirror is unsigned, but presumed to have been
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Table Mirrors
Materials
Metal
WMF Silverplate Dachshund Dog Figure Monumental 14 Inch Rare Circa 1880
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A SUPERB ANTIQUE WMF SILVER PLATE DACHSHUND DOG FIGURE IN A MONUMENTAL SIZE OF 14 INCHES
Category
Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Silver Plate
Piano Lamp with Figure of Atlas Circa 1920
s
Located in Rochester, NY
Antique piano lamp with silvered figure of Atlas. Brass, onyx, and spelter. Circa 1920's
Category
Early 20th Century European Table Lamps
Materials
Onyx, Brass, Spelter
Pair of Sing Fat Chinese Export Silver Dragon Placecard or Business Card Holders
By Sing Fat
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of antique silver figural card holders.
By Sing Fat, a highly regarded Chinese
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Desk Sets
Materials
Silver
Antique German Silver Figural Swan Bird Bowl with Glass Liner
Located in New York, NY
German sterling silver figural bird bowl, ca 1920. A swan with s-scroll neck, closed bill, and
Category
Early 20th Century German Edwardian Decorative Bowls
Materials
Silver
Antique Figural Boy Tailor Metal Wine Decanter Bottle Stopper and Cork, German
Located in Nuernberg, DE
antique bottle stoppers.
Category
Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Barware
Materials
Metal
Antique 19thc Austrian Solid Silver, Enamel
Gem Set Figural Agate Bowl C.1880
Located in Ελληνικό-Αργυρούπολη, GR
Antique 19th century Austrian Renaissance revival style solid silver-gilt enamelled and gem-set
Category
Antique 19th Century Austrian Renaissance Revival Sterling Silver
Materials
Agate, Silver, Enamel
Antique Georg Roth Hanau German Silver Figural Revival Five-Piece Tea Set
By Georg Roth
Located in Cape May, NJ
Antique Georg Roth Hanau Germany 800 silver figural revival five-piece tea set, circa 1890
The
Category
Antique 1890s German Renaissance Revival Tea Sets
Materials
Silver
19th Century Antique 800 Standard Silver Figural Peppers German circa 1890, Pair
Located in 53-64 Chancery Lane, London
A beautiful pair of German novelty figural salt and pepper shakers modelled as two country children
Category
Antique 1890s Victorian More Dining and Entertaining
Materials
Silver
German 800. Fine Silver Standing Figural Covered Cup 19th Century
Located in Redding, CA
This Magnificent German 800. Fine Silver Cup surmounted with the female figure holding a laurel
Category
Antique 1890s German Art Nouveau Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique English Pottery Pearlware Figure of a Horse
Located in Woodstock, OXFORDSHIRE
Pottery pearlware figure of a saddled horse standing on a thin green mottled coloured base.
The
Category
Antique 1880s British Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Antique Prattware Pottery Cow Creamer Figure, circa 1800
Located in Woodstock, OXFORDSHIRE
on this figure exudes quality, the modelling of the milk-maid, the sublime touch of the tail tip on
Category
Antique Early 1800s English Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Antique Royal Dux Figure of Hunting Dog with Game
By Royal Dux Bohemia
Located in Antrim, GB
Antique Royal Dux figure of Hunting dog with game
Superb Royal Dux study of an English Setter
Category
Antique Early 1900s Czech Edwardian Centerpieces
Materials
Ceramic
Collection of Figural Antique French Collectible Glass Bottles, Set of 13
Located in Petaluma, CA
This is a fun collection of 13 antique French collectible glass bottles in a variety of figures
Category
Mid-20th Century French Belle Époque Glass
Materials
Glass
Two English Pottery Prattware Dolphin Figure Sauce Boats, Antique
Located in Woodstock, OXFORDSHIRE
English pottery dolphin shaped sauce boats decorated in relief with pratt colours. Wonderful condition a very decorative and rare to find a pair.
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English George IV Pottery
Materials
Ceramic, Clay, Earthenware, Pottery
Antique Staffordshire Figure of a Hedgehog, Early 19th Century, England
Located in Woodstock, OXFORDSHIRE
Dated: 1835 Staffordshire, England
Antique Staffordshire porcelain figure of a hedgehog, early
Category
Antique 1830s English Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Staffordshire Figure of a Standing Lioness by Dale
Co
Located in Woodstock, OXFORDSHIRE
A rare pottery pearlware figure of a lioness standing on a green base. The figure is expressively
Category
Antique 1820s English Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware, Pearlware, Pottery
English Pottery Cow Creamer with Figure of a Milk Maid Antique
Located in Woodstock, OXFORDSHIRE
English pottery cow creamer with the figure of a milk maid antique, period circa 1800.
Antique
Category
Antique 19th Century English Pottery
Important Antique Period Russian Empire Figural Gilt Bronze Centerpiece, ca 1820
Located in New York, NY
A Highly Important & Rare Large Antique Period Russian Empire figural Neoclassical gilt bronze
Category
Antique 19th Century Russian Empire Centerpieces
Materials
Ormolu, Bronze
Kitty Clive Figure
By Bow Porcelain
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
figure taken from a mezzotint by Charles Mosley, 1750, after a drawing by Thomas Worlidge. She stands on
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century English Neoclassical Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
$25,000
Antique Pottery Figure of a Ewe, Probably Yorkshire Pottery circa 1800
Located in Woodstock, OXFORDSHIRE
base and would date to circa 1800. The color oxide decoration is underglaze and the figure is crisply
Category
Antique 19th Century English Pottery
Materials
Creamware
Antique Pearlware Pottery Figure of a Horse Attributed to Leeds Pottery
Located in Woodstock, OXFORDSHIRE
Dated: 1810 to 1820 Leeds Yorkshire England
A rare large scale pottery pearlware figure of a
Category
Antique 1810s Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
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Antique Figural Silver For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of antique figural silver for your home. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, silver and ceramic. Whether you’re looking for newer or older items, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. An item from our selection of antique figural silver, designed in the Victorian, Neoclassical or Art Nouveau style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made choice in our collection of antique figural silver has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Meissen Porcelain, Ferry and Hamilton
Inches Ltd. are consistently popular.
How Much is a Antique Figural Silver?
The average selling price for a piece of antique figural silver at 1stDibs is $1,251, while they’re typically $65 on the low end and $64,347 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 Figural 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 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 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 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024Yes, 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, 2024Yes, 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.
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Austrian Amphora Pottery
Bisque Woman