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Antique and Rare Zsolnay Jug in Glazed Faience, Dated 1895-1898
Located in København, Copenhagen
Antique and rare Zsolnay jug in glazed faience. Beautiful glaze in shades of green and sand. Dated 1895-1898. Measures: 17. x 17.5 cm. In excellent condition. Stamped.
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1890s Hungarian Art Nouveau Antique Hungarian Silver

Materials

Faience

Antique Fischer J. Budapest Hand-Painted and Gilt Porcelain Reticulated Vase
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Hungarian Fischer J. Budapest vase features hand-painted and applied floral and foliate
Category

Early 20th Century Hungarian Antique Hungarian Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Hand Painted Earthenware Pottery with Handle, circa 1900 s
Located in Round Top, TX
Original hand painted earthenware pottery with handle. Terracotta background with floral and leaf/vine pattern. Sold in original vintage used condition. Any chips, cracks, stains, di...
Category

Early 20th Century Hungarian Rustic Antique Hungarian Silver

Materials

Earthenware, Paint

Hand Painted Earthenware Pottery With Handle, circa 1900 s
Located in Round Top, TX
Original hand painted earthenware pottery with handle, glazed. Traditional floral design with leaves. Sold in original vintage used condition. Any chips, cracks, distress to paint or...
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Early 20th Century Hungarian Rustic Antique Hungarian Silver

Materials

Earthenware, Paint

Original Hand Painted Earthenware Pottery with Handle, circa 1900 s
Located in Round Top, TX
Original hand painted earthenware pottery with handle. Light ochre background with floral and leaf design. Sold in original vintage used condition. Any chips, cracks, distress to pai...
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Early 20th Century Hungarian Rustic Antique Hungarian Silver

Materials

Earthenware, Paint

Green Painted Earthenware Pottery With Handle, circa 1900 s
Located in Round Top, TX
Original hand painted earthenware pottery with handle, olive green background. Sold in original vintage used condition. Any chips, cracks, distress to paint or pottery is reflective...
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Early 20th Century Hungarian Rustic Antique Hungarian Silver

Materials

Earthenware, Paint

Hand Painted Earthenware Pitcher Pottery, circa 1900 s
Located in Round Top, TX
Original hand painted earthenware pottery with handle. Terracotta background with floral design. Sold in original vintage used condition. Any chips, cracks, stains, distress to paint...
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Early 20th Century Hungarian Rustic Antique Hungarian Silver

Materials

Earthenware, Paint

Hand Painted Earthenware Pottery With Handle, circa 1900 s
Located in Round Top, TX
Original hand painted earthenware pottery with handle and folk art painted design. Sold in original vintage used condition. Any chips, cracks, distress to paint or pottery is reflect...
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Early 20th Century Hungarian Folk Art Antique Hungarian Silver

Materials

Earthenware, Paint

Art Nouveau Zsolnay Opalescent Porcelain Centerpiece
By Zsolnay
Located in Queens, NY
Art Nouveau Zsolnay porcelain green iridescent centerpiece with female figure holding round tray above head.
Category

19th Century Hungarian Art Nouveau Antique Hungarian Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Hand Painted Earthenware Pottery Pitcher, circa 1900 s
Located in Round Top, TX
Original hand painted earthenware pottery with handle. Terracotta background with touches of green overlay, floral and leaf/vine pattern. Sold in original vintage used condition. Any...
Category

Early 20th Century Hungarian Rustic Antique Hungarian Silver

Materials

Earthenware, Paint

Butcher s Block
Located in Baltimore, MD
A handsome iron-banded oak butcher's block on original dovetailed pine stand, both in distressed original white paint. The block has been turned and shows some wear on the upper side.
Category

19th Century Hungarian Antique Hungarian Silver

Materials

Pine, Oak

Early 20th century hand carved bowl
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Early 20th century hand carved bowl circa 1900. Functional piece of eastern european rustic woodenware.  Hand cut from a solid piece of wood and finished with an adzed technique. I...
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Early 20th Century Hungarian Rustic Antique Hungarian Silver

Materials

Hardwood

Art Nouveau silver fly brooch with amethysts and pearls, Austria-Hungary, 1870
Located in Chorzów, PL
pearls, made of 0.900 silver. Origin: Austria-Hungary, Vienna, second half of the 19th century
Category

Late 19th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Hungarian Silver

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Silver

Painted Maple Butcher s Block
Located in Baltimore, MD
A small maple chopping block with wrought iron straps on a later white-painted splayed-leg pine stand.
Category

19th Century Hungarian Antique Hungarian Silver

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of Bohemian Hunting Decanters
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A pair of Bohemian hunting decanters, amber colour, 19th century, Napoleon III period. Measures: H: 22 cm, D: 8 cm.
Category

1870s Hungarian Napoleon III Antique Hungarian Silver

Materials

Crystal

19th Century French Solid Silver Enamel Icon of Elizabeth of Hungary, C.1890
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th century French solid silver & enamel religious Icon depicting S.Elisabeth Hungar (St
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19th Century French Antique Hungarian Silver

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Antique dangling earrings with white sapphires, Austria-Hungary, circa 1900.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Beautiful, antique gold and silver earrings with leucosapphires (white sapphires) weighing
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Early 20th Century Hungarian Art Nouveau Antique Hungarian Silver

Materials

Sapphire, 14k Gold, Silver

Rare Antique European Wine Press
Located in Round Top, TX
This wine press is a rare find, handcrafted from solid oak, circa 1900. The heavy gauge of the hand-thread iron shows dramatically against the oak, creating a very strong visual appe...
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Late 19th Century Hungarian Antique Hungarian Silver

Hand Polished Large Early 20th Century Carved Bowl
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Hand polished large early 20th century carved bowl circa 1900. Handmade from carving from a solid tree trunk. These were made in eastern Europe as a way of feeding livestock. Due ...
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Early 20th Century Hungarian Rustic Antique Hungarian Silver

Materials

Wood

Large Early 20th Century Hand Carved Bowl
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Large early 20th century hand carved bowl circa 1900. These large bowls were hand carved from solid trunks to be used as livestock feeders in eastern europe.  There is no evidence...
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Early 20th Century Hungarian Rustic Antique Hungarian Silver

Materials

Wood

Victorian Austro-Hungarian Sterling/14kt Diamond Drop Earrings 1.50ctw
Located in Narberth, PA
An exquisite pair of Austro-Hungarian diamond earrings from the Victorian (ca1880) era! Crafted in
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1880s Austrian Victorian Antique Hungarian Silver

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Antique gold clover earrings with sapphires and diamonds, Hungary, turn of the 1
Located in Chorzów, PL
diamonds. Made of 14 karat yellow gold with silver elements. Origin: Hungary, turn of the 19th/20th
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Early 20th Century Hungarian Antique Hungarian Silver

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Austro-Hungarian Renaissance Revival Garnet Turquoise Locket Pendant
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a stunning Austro-Hungarian locket pendant designed in Renaissance Revival style. It is
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Mid-19th Century Austrian Renaissance Revival Antique Hungarian Silver

Materials

Garnet, Turquoise, Gold Plate, Silver

Austrian Hungarian 1910 Buddha Pendant Sautoir In Gilded Sterling With Turquoise
Located in Miami, FL
An Austrian-Hungarian orientalism pendant sautoir with turquoises. This beautiful and
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1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Hungarian Silver

Materials

Pearl, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver

Gold Art Nouveau earrings with 0.45ct diamonds, Austria-Hungary, circa 1900.
Located in Chorzów, PL
0.990 silver elements They come from the Austro-Hungarian Empire at the turn of the 19th and 20th
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Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Hungarian Silver

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver

Antique Gold Ring 0.45ct Clear Emerald and Diamonds, Austria-Hungary, 1890s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
and 0.900 silver The ring is decorated with a dazzling natural emerald of extraordinary transparency
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Late 19th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Hungarian Silver

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

Old gold diamond bracelet 2.20ct, Austria-Hungary, late 19th century.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Beautiful old rigid bracelet made of 18-karat gold. Diamond setting made of silver. Origin
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Late 19th Century Austrian Antique Hungarian Silver

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

AUSTRO-HUNGARIAN 1900 Earrings Ring Set 18Kt Gold With 3.15 Cts In Gemstones
Located in Miami, FL
An Austro-Hungarian suite of earrings and ring This is a beautiful and very attractive antique set
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Early 1900s Austrian Edwardian Antique Hungarian Silver

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silv...

Original Pair of Silver Plated Brass Torah Finials, Rimonim
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Antique original pair of silver plated brass torah finials, Rimonim The pair of finials have
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Late 19th Century Hungarian Other Antique Hungarian Silver

Materials

Silver Plate

19th Century Spice Jars Small Silver Box Count´s Crown, 1853, 13 Lot, Mm
Located in Epfach, DE
Maker's mark GG, dated 1853, Pesth for Hungary The box stands on elegant feet and is divided into two
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1850s Hungarian Antique Hungarian Silver

Materials

Silver

Art Deco Cabinet Silvered Bronze Mounted by Lingel Karoly
Located in Norwood, NJ
Silvered Bronze Mounted Art Deco Cabinet. Makers plaque of Lingel Karoly. Eastern European Art Deco
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1920s Hungarian Art Deco Antique Hungarian Silver

Materials

Silver Plate, Bronze

Large Antique Tortoiseshell Photo Frame with Silver Overlay Corners London 1897
Located in London, GB
A Large Antique Tortoiseshell Photo Frame with Silver Overlay Corners dated London 1897. This
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Mid-19th Century Hungarian Antique Hungarian Silver

Materials

Silver

Secessionist Cabinet Vase with Silver Butterfly Mount by Mihaly Nagy for Zsolnay
By Mihály Kapás Nagy, Zsolnay
Located in Palm Beach, FL
ceramics workshop begun in Pecs, Hungary by Miklos Zsolnay in 1853 had evolved into a world-class ceramics
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Early 1900s Hungarian Art Nouveau Antique Hungarian Silver

Materials

Silver

Austrian Vienna Secessionist 800 Silver Candlesticks
Located in San Mateo, CA
Pair of Austro-Hungarian 800 silver candlesticks with a Vienna Secessionist influence. These have a
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Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Hungarian Silver

Materials

Silver

Art Nouveau Solid Silver Amphora Vase Hallmarked, Germany, circa 1905
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
well as the import mark for Hungary, this unique Art Nouveau silver vase is a valuable, highly
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Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Antique Hungarian Silver

Materials

Silver

Herend Lidded Trinket Box in Porcelain with Hand-Painted Purple Flowers
Located in København, Copenhagen
Herend lidded trinket box in porcelain with hand-painted purple flowers and gold decoration. Lid modelled with a rose bud. Mid-20th century. Measures: 14 x 9.5 cm. In excellent c...
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Early 20th Century Hungarian Antique Hungarian Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver, Stainless Steel

Silver Flatware Service with Cabinet Hungary Late 1800s
By Non-Standard Furniture and Lighting
Located in Milano, IT
Silver flatware service with engraved initials on handles, consisting of 16 serving pieces, 12 spoons, 12 forks, 12 knives, 12 fruit forks, 12 fruit knives, 12 dessert spoons, 12 des...
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1890s Hungarian Other Antique Hungarian Silver

Materials

Silver

Antique necklace with amethysts, pearls and enamel, late 19th century.
Located in Chorzów, PL
of gold-plated silver, studded with amethysts, pearls and decorated with enamel. The style and
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Late 19th Century Hungarian Renaissance Revival Antique Hungarian Silver

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Silver, Enamel

Victorian Austro Hungarian Silver Bracelet
Located in Scotts Valley, CA
Details: Lovely Victorian Austro Hungarian silver bracelet dating back to the late 1800's. A
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19th Century European Victorian Antique Hungarian Silver

Materials

Silver

Antique Austro-Hungarian Silver and Enamel Box Circa 1900
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Austro-Hungarian silver and enamel box; an addition to
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Early 1900s Austrian Antique Hungarian Silver

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Pair of Austro-Hungarian Silver Sabbath Candlesticks
Located in Montreal, QC
This pair are by Johan Schletter and have Austrian standard marks. They are bright cut with stylised leaves and with a noble crest in oval reserves, (a five pronged coronet with mono...
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1870s Austrian Antique Hungarian Silver

Materials

Silver

1840s Austrian Hungarian 13 Loth Silver Turquoise Pearl Gilt Necklace
Located in Cape May, NJ
Antique 1840's Austrian Hungarian Silver Turquoise & Pearl Chunky Gilt Necklace. The piece is in
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1840s Austrian Antique Hungarian Silver

Materials

Natural Pearl, Turquoise, Silver

Late Victorian Astro Hungarian Two Tier Silver Cake Muffin Dessert Candy Stand
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This beautiful Astro Hungarian petite cake or muffin stand has garlands, bows and portraits
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Late 19th Century Hungarian Late Victorian Antique Hungarian Silver

Materials

Silver

Antique Austrian Hungarian Empire Bonboniere Sterling Silver / 450 gr
Located in SE
Antique Neo Classical styled Bonboniere in solid high-grade Silver made in the former Austrian
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1880s Austrian Aesthetic Movement Antique Hungarian Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Art Nouveau Silver Cutlery Set For 12 People In Showcase, Austria-Hungary, 1920
Located in Vienna, AT
Elegant cutlery set made of solid silver for twelve people, consisting of 122 parts, in wooden
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1920s Hungarian Art Nouveau Antique Hungarian Silver

Materials

Silver

Rectangular Austrian/Hungarian Continental Silver Desk/Serving Tray
Located in New York, NY
Lovely, Continental Silver (.800), rectangular, Austrian/Hungarian tray, usable on a desk or for
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Early 20th Century Austrian Antique Hungarian Silver

Wineglass on a Birds Talon by Hollohaza Studio Hungary
Located in Haarlem, NL
This white porcelain pinecone wineglass with bird claw foot makes a fantastic 'happy hour' piece. It is in mint condition. A very collectable and decorative find.
Category

Early 20th Century Hungarian Balkan Antique Hungarian Silver

Materials

Porcelain

Silver Hungarian Snuff Box
By KTA
Located in Montreal, QC
Antique Silver Hungarian Snuff Box Rare Antique Rectangular Silver Snuff Box; hinged ribbed top
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19th Century Hungarian Antique Hungarian Silver

Loetz Art Nouveau Vase, Decor Candia Papillon, Bohemia, Austria-Hungary 1898
By Loetz Glass
Located in Vienna, AT
Papillon Candia underlaid colorless glass with rolled silver yellow crumbs, model blown, reduced and yellow
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1890s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Hungarian Silver

Materials

Glass

Loetz Art Nouveau Vase, Decor Creta Papillon, Bohemia, Austria-Hungary, 1900
By Loetz Glass
Located in Vienna, AT
Finest Bohemian Art Nouveau Glass Vase: Mould blown bulbous vase on a flat stand with four deep dents in the side wall, flared mouth above the wide neck, ground and polished pontil o...
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Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Hungarian Silver

Materials

Glass

Large Loetz Art Nouveau Water Jar, Decor Creta Pampas, Austria-Hungary, 1898
By Loetz Glass
Located in Vienna, AT
glass powdered silver-yellow, covered with a faintly reliefed net of colourless threads, model-blown
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1890s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Hungarian Silver

Materials

Glass

Loetz Art Nouveau Tango Vase Execution 165 Rose-Black, Austria-Hungary, 1916
By Loetz Glass
Located in Vienna, AT
Body blown in a model, cylindrical with flared mouth rim, constriction in the lower third, forming a stepped, high arched base with flared rim, object divided in the middle by a wavy...
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1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Hungarian Silver

Materials

Glass

Loetz Art Nouveau Glass Vase Phenomenon Gre Orange 7501, Austria-Hungary, C 1899
By Loetz Glass
Located in Vienna, AT
Genre - PG Orange 7501 Colourless glass with an orange underlay, thickly spun with silver-yellow threads
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1890s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Hungarian Silver

Materials

Glass

Loetz Art Nouveau Tango Vase, Execution 157 Sky Blue-Black, Austria-Hungary 1914
By Loetz Glass
Located in Vienna, AT
Body blown in a model, constriction over a flush stand, then widening in the form of a belly and narrowing again to a straight, tubular neck with a straight, rounded mouth rim, verti...
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1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Hungarian Silver

Materials

Glass

Hungarian Gilt Silver, Turquoise and Pearl Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Hungarian Gilt Silver, Turquoise and Pearl Pendant from the late 19th Century. A large cabochon
Category

1890s Hungarian Victorian Antique Hungarian Silver

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, Silver, Gilt Metal

Austro-Hungarian Baronial Crown Nickel-Silver Horse Harness Buckle Monogramed
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Austro-Hungarian Baronial Crown Horse Harness Buckle with Monogram, done in a nickel-silver. The
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19th Century Hungarian Balkan Antique Hungarian Silver

Materials

Silver

Austro Hungarian Saint George Slaying the Dragon Enamel Gemstones Silver Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique St George slaying the dragon Austro Hungarian enamel emerald garnet pearl sapphire and
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1890s Hungarian Baroque Revival Antique Hungarian Silver

Materials

Silver, Enamel

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Antique Hungarian Silver For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of antique Hungarian silver on 1stDibs. A piece of antique Hungarian silver — often made from metal, silver and ceramic — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without an item from our selection of antique Hungarian silver — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A choice in our collection of antique Hungarian silver made by Art Nouveau designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one object in our assortment of antique Hungarian silver that is appealing in its simplicity, but Zsolnay, Herend and Loetz Glass produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Antique Hungarian Silver?

The average selling price for a piece of antique Hungarian silver at 1stDibs is $1,721, while they’re typically $300 on the low end and $51,361 for the highest priced.
Questions About Antique Hungarian Silver
  • 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 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 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 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 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 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 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.