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Cardium Plate 56 (Shells)
By William Wood (b.1774)
Located in Florham Park, NJ
WILLIAM WOOD General Conchology; or, a Description of Shells, arranged according to the
Category

Early 19th Century Academic Antique Shell Plate

Materials

Engraving, Watercolor

Cardium. Plate 53 (Shells)
By William Wood (b.1774)
Located in Florham Park, NJ
WILLIAM WOOD General Conchology; or, a Description of Shells, arranged according to the
Category

Early 19th Century Academic Antique Shell Plate

Materials

Engraving, Watercolor

Tellina Plate 37 (Shells)
By William Wood (b.1774)
Located in Florham Park, NJ
WILLIAM WOOD General Conchology; or, a Description of Shells, arranged according to the
Category

Early 19th Century Academic Antique Shell Plate

Materials

Engraving, Watercolor

19th century round tortoise shell box with silver plate surround and feet.
Located in Atlanta, GA
Round tortoise shell box with stamped silver plate surrounds and feet. Top bears wreath crest
Category

1890s English Antique Shell Plate

Materials

Tortoise Shell

Gorham Artillery Shell Silver Plate 37 inch Antique Cocktail Shaker with Rack
By Gorham
Located in Atlanta, GA
A rare, unique and monumental three foot tall silver plate cocktail shaker by (possibly attributed
Category

Early 20th Century American Sporting Art Antique Shell Plate

Materials

Silver Plate, Metal, Brass

Artillery Shell Cocktail Shaker Sets by Gorham, USA
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in London, GB
copper, brass and silver plate, made to resemble 18lb artillery shells. The top section is the
Category

Early 20th Century American Other Antique Shell Plate

Materials

Copper, Brass, Silver Plate

French Silverplate Shield Back Sconces with Rococo Shell Details, Circa 1910
Located in New York, NY
backplates are finished above and below with shell motifs. The S-curving arms have scrolled terminals and
Category

Early 20th Century French Rococo Antique Shell Plate

Materials

Silver Plate, Bronze

Antique French Silver Carved Ebony Dinner Knife Set of 12 Pieces, Box, Shell
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Please click on "CONTINUE READING" to consult the entire description of the service. Twelve dinner knife set with rare carved ebony handles, silver ferrules and collars. Stainless st...
Category

Early 1900s French Rococo Antique Shell Plate

Materials

Silver Plate, Stainless Steel

17th Century Netherlandish Cabinetmaker s Frame, with its Period Mirror Plate
Located in London, GB
Indian ebony mouldings the frame retains its original patina and plate. The frame can also be hung
Category

1630s Dutch Antique Shell Plate

Materials

Tortoise Shell, Wood, Ebony

17th Century Netherlandish Cabinetmaker s Frame, with its Period Mirror Plate
Located in London, GB
mirror plate shows signs of wear with foxing etc .
Category

Mid-17th Century Belgian Antique Shell Plate

Materials

Tortoise Shell, Wood, Ebony

Nautilus Shell - Ambonian Cabinet of Curiosities Rumphius - Engraving - 18th c.
Located in Zeeland, Noord-Brabant
Subject: Plate XVII: Nautilus Major, Coquille (Nautilus Shell). Description: This engraved plate
Category

1740s Old Masters Antique Shell Plate

Materials

Engraving, Etching

Nautilus Shell - Ambonian Cabinet of Curiosities Rumphius - Engraving - 18th c.
Located in Zeeland, Noord-Brabant
Subject: Plate XVIII: Nautilus Tenuis, Schippertje (Nautilus Shell). Description: This engraved
Category

1740s Old Masters Antique Shell Plate

Materials

Engraving, Etching

Tycoon s Gold Hummingbird Inkwell on MOP Shell Base-19th c.with Provenance
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
-of-pearl shell on a gold plated center pedestal. Also available three inkwells, as shown,(an Art
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19th Century Neoclassical Antique Shell Plate

Rare George III Cast Silver Scallop Shell Wine Label Sherry by B Smith, 1807
By Benjamin Smith
Located in Sittingbourne, Kent
A fine quality and rare George III heavy cast silver wine label made in the form of a scallop shell
Category

19th Century English George III Antique Shell Plate

Materials

Silver

1850 s Tortoiseshell Box
Located in Hong Kong, HK
being tortoiseshell. The edges of the box is in gold plate and depict on the sides, small painting of
Category

Mid-19th Century British Antique Shell Plate

Materials

Gold Plate

1900 s Tortoiseshell Box in the shape of a Book
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Tortoiseshell box in the shape of a small book, with silver hinges and locks. A small silver round inlaid piece is attached to the bound edge of the book, not yet engraved. The pict...
Category

Late 19th Century British Antique Shell Plate

Materials

Silver Plate

1905 Tortoiseshell Card Box
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Small 1905 Tortoiseshell card box, with gilded gold lining and floral decoration. The dates 1860 / 1910 are engraved on the top. Inside the box, two compartment to fit two small card...
Category

Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Shell Plate

Materials

Gold Plate

Singing bird box by Jacques Bruguier tortoiseshell case with enameled lid
Located in Zonhoven, BE
Very rare singing bird box by Jacques Bruguier, made in Geneva circa 1850. When activated, the lid opens and a finely crafted bird rises from a beautifully pierced and engraved grill...
Category

Late 19th Century Swiss Late Victorian Antique Shell Plate

Materials

Metal, Silver, Enamel, Other

Pair of Sheffield Silver Wine Coolers
Located in Natchez, MS
Pair of 19th century Egyptian revival wind coolers. Consisting of outer shell, top ring plate and
Category

19th Century French Egyptian Revival Antique Shell Plate

Materials

Silver Plate

George II Style Walnut and Gilt Architectural Mirror
Located in Lincoln, GB
Gadrooned edging to the beveled edge mirror, as well as a gilded shell decoration below the mirror
Category

Early 1900s English Antique Shell Plate

Materials

Walnut, Giltwood

Art Deco Val Saint Lambert Chandelier ( Exceptionnal Art Deco 1930 Pendant Light
By Val Saint Lambert
Located in Saint-Gilles, BE
time imposing (8 plates + shells and diameter of 65cm) while being relatively "compact" with a height
Category

1920s French Art Deco Antique Shell Plate

Materials

Wrought Iron

Copeland Garrett Late Spode Ten-Piece Dessert Set
By Copeland Garrett Spode
Located in Sheffield, MA
plates and four shell shaped cake plates. The border is decorated in polychrome enamels of a cracked ice
Category

Mid-19th Century English Georgian Antique Shell Plate

Materials

Porcelain

George II Carved and Gilded Mirror
Located in London, GB
A George II carved and gilded mirror the shaped top centred by a shell, above the original mirror
Category

Early 18th Century English George II Antique Shell Plate

Materials

Giltwood

Regency Giltwood Ovemantle Mirror
Located in Sheffield, MA
, above ball spacers and a ribbed frieze decorated with a carved three-dimensional shell, the central
Category

Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Shell Plate

Materials

Glass, Wood

Pair of Mirrors in Carved and Guilt Wood, Spanish, 18th Century
Located in Lisbon, PT
crested by a shelled gilt leaf. The mirror plates were replaced in the 19th century.
Category

18th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Shell Plate

Materials

Giltwood

George III giltwood mirror
Located in San Francisco, CA
George III giltwood mirror, the two original beveled glass mirrored plates within a shell-scrolled
Category

18th Century and Earlier British Antique Shell Plate

Materials

Giltwood, Mirror

Walnut Pier Mirror
Located in Chicago, IL
AN ANTIQUE ENGLISH, GEORGE I WALNUT AND PARCEL GILT PIER MIRROR. THE TOP CENTERED WITH A SHELL
Category

18th Century and Earlier English Antique Shell Plate

Eighteen-Piece Silver Mounted Mother-of-Pearl Dessert Service
By Wang Hing Co.
Located in Chudleigh, Tasmania
been destroyed, and we live in the world of the plastic mother-of-pearl shell button! Each plate is
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Shell Plate

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

The Ambonian Cabinet of Curiosities by Rumphius - Engraving - 18th century
Located in Zeeland, Noord-Brabant
standing on pedestals. The interior is adorned with all kinds of shells. Description: This engraved plate
Category

1740s Old Masters Antique Shell Plate

Materials

Engraving, Etching

Snail and Mollusks - Ambonian Cabinet of Curiosities by Rumphius - 18th c.
Located in Zeeland, Noord-Brabant
Subject: Plate XXVI: Murex Ramosus, Getakte Kasketten - Murex Saxatilis - Murex Minor - Haustellum
Category

1740s Old Masters Antique Shell Plate

Materials

Engraving, Etching

Trumpet snail - Ambonian Cabinet of Curiosities - Rumphius - Engraving - 18th c.
Located in Zeeland, Noord-Brabant
Subject: Plate XXIX: Pseudo Purpura - Fusus brevis - Mitra Papalis - M. Episcopi - Turris
Category

1740s Old Masters Antique Shell Plate

Materials

Engraving, Etching

Cypraea snail - Ambonian Cabinet of Curiosities - Rumphius - Engraving - 18th c.
Located in Zeeland, Noord-Brabant
prophyreticus etc. (Cypraea snails - Gastropod Shells, Mollusks). Description: This engraved plate originates
Category

1740s Old Masters Antique Shell Plate

Materials

Engraving, Etching

Bivalve Mollusks - Ambonian Cabinet of Curiosities by Rumphius - 18th c.
Located in Zeeland, Noord-Brabant
Mollusks, Shells). Description: This engraved plate originates from: 'D'Amboinsche Rariteitkamer
Category

1740s Old Masters Antique Shell Plate

Materials

Engraving, Etching

Jewel Boxes - Ambonian Cabinet of Curiosities by Rumphius - Engraving - 18th c.
Located in Zeeland, Noord-Brabant
Subject: Plate XLII: Chama aspera, Bivalviae, Tweeschaligen. Chama sqammata, Nagelschelpen - Chama
Category

1740s Old Masters Antique Shell Plate

Materials

Engraving, Etching

Set of Fourteen, Silver 950 Pure, Underplates by Uyeda, Kichigoro 植田 吉五郎
Located in London, GB
A beautiful set of fourteen Japanese Silver (950 pure) Underplates. The borders of the plates have
Category

1920s Japanese Art Deco Antique Shell Plate

Materials

Silver

Puiforcat French Sterling Silver Gold 18-karat Salt Cellars Pair with Spoons
By Emile Puiforcat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
scalloped shells motif. Sophisticated, there are plate of the Maison Puiforcat catalogue, and is called
Category

1880s French Louis XIV Antique Shell Plate

Materials

Gold, Sterling Silver

19th Century Majolica Shell Plate Sarreguemines
By Sarreguemines
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century Majolica shell plate signed Sarreguemines.
Category

1890s French Victorian Antique Shell Plate

Materials

Ceramic

19th Century Majolica Shell Plate Sarreguemines
By Sarreguemines
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century Majolica shell plate signed Sarreguemines.
Category

1890s French Victorian Antique Shell Plate

Materials

Ceramic

19th Century Small Majolica Shell Plate Sarreguemines
By Sarreguemines
Located in Austin, TX
Small 19th century Majolica shell plate signed Sarreguemines.
Category

1890s French Victorian Antique Shell Plate

Materials

Ceramic

19th Century Small Majolica Shell Plate Sarreguemines
By Sarreguemines
Located in Austin, TX
Small 19th Century Majolica shell plate signed Sarreguemines.
Category

1890s French Victorian Antique Shell Plate

Materials

Ceramic

19th Century Small Majolica Shell Plate Sarreguemines
By Sarreguemines
Located in Austin, TX
Small 19th Century Majolica shell plate signed Sarreguemines.
Category

1890s French Victorian Antique Shell Plate

Materials

Ceramic

19th Century Small Majolica Shell Plate Sarreguemines
By Sarreguemines
Located in Austin, TX
Small 19th Century Majolica shell plate signed Sarreguemines.
Category

1890s French Victorian Antique Shell Plate

Materials

Ceramic

19th Century Small Majolica Shell Plate Sarreguemines
By Sarreguemines
Located in Austin, TX
Small 19th century Majolica shell plate signed Sarreguemines.
Category

1890s French Victorian Antique Shell Plate

Materials

Ceramic

Art Nouveau Carved Shell Plate
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Nouveau carved shell plate, great artisan quality, made in France, circa 1900. Beautiful
Category

Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Shell Plate

Materials

Shell

Pair of Early Shell Plates by Joseph Stubbs
Located in High Point, NC
Early 19th century pair of English transferware plates signed with impressed mark Joseph Stubbs
Category

Early 19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Shell Plate

Materials

Porcelain

Luneville French Faïence Majolica Asparagus And Shell Plate, circa 1890
By Luneville
Located in Philadelphia, PA
the plate, French blue scrolled acanthus leaves separate the spears from two shell form wells, one for
Category

Late 19th Century French Aesthetic Movement Antique Shell Plate

Materials

Earthenware

Wedgwood Pottery Pearlware Nautilus Scallop-Shaped Set of Five Shell Plates
By Wedgwood
Located in Downingtown, PA
Wedgwood pottery pearlware scallop-shaped set of five plates, Nautilus pattern, 1820-1845. A set
Category

Early 18th Century English Regency Antique Shell Plate

Materials

Pottery

Majolica Aqua Seaweeds Plate Gien, circa 1890
By Gien
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica aqua turquoise shell plate with seaweeds signed Gien, circa 1890. Small wears.
Category

1890s French French Provincial Antique Shell Plate

Materials

Ceramic

Majolica Aqua Seaweeds Plate Gien, Circa 1890
By Gien
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica aqua turquoise shell plate with seaweeds signed Gien, circa 1890. Small wears.
Category

1890s French French Provincial Antique Shell Plate

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Antique French "Shell" Plates, Gilded Edges Aesthetic Style Great Design
By Limoges
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A perfect pair for your wall or cabinet display. Nicely hand-painted showcasing full sea flora fauna with a slightly scalloped edge trimmed in gold. Wonderful antique condition
Category

1890s French Antique Shell Plate

Materials

Gold

Shell Shaped French Porcelain Oceanic Oyster Plate
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An Asian inspired French porcelain, shell shaped oyster plate with six wells, each with a hand
Category

Late 19th Century French Aesthetic Movement Antique Shell Plate

Materials

Porcelain

Minton Hand Painted Cabinet Plates Of Shells
By Minton
Located in Great Barrington, MA
These exquisitely painted cabinet plates depict different mollusk subjects including coral and
Category

19th Century English Antique Shell Plate

Majolica Three Shells Oyster Wall Plate Longchamp, circa 1890
By Longchamp
Located in Austin, TX
Rare 19th Majolica three shells oyster wall plate signed longchamp. Diameter / 8 inches.
Category

1890s French French Provincial Antique Shell Plate

Materials

Ceramic, Faience, Majolica, Pottery

Majolica Three Shells Oyster Wall Plate Longchamp, circa 1890
By Longchamp
Located in Austin, TX
Rare 19th Majolica three shells oyster wall plate signed longchamp. Diameter / 8 inches.
Category

1890s French French Provincial Antique Shell Plate

Materials

Ceramic, Faience, Majolica, Pottery

Majolica Three Shells Oyster Wall Plate Longchamp, circa 1890
By Longchamp
Located in Austin, TX
Rare 19th Majolica three shells oyster wall plate signed Longchamp. Measure: Diameter / 8 inches.
Category

1890s French French Provincial Antique Shell Plate

Materials

Ceramic, Faience, Majolica, Pottery

Wedgwood Pearlware Nautilus Shell Seafood Salad Plates, Multiples Available
By Wedgwood
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Scallop shell shaped seafood salad plates, a part of Wedgwood’s Nautilus Pearlware dessert service
Category

Mid-19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Antique Shell Plate

Materials

Pearlware

Regency Period Flight, Barr Barr Worcester Sea-Shell Porcelain Plates
By Flight, Barr Barr Worcester
Located in Downingtown, PA
Flight, Barr & Barr Worcester sea-shell decorated porcelain plates, circa 1815 The flight
Category

1810s English Regency Antique Shell Plate

Materials

Porcelain

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Antique Shell Plate For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic antique shell plate available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, silver plate and silver, every antique shell plate was constructed with great care. Find 26 options for an antique or vintage antique shell plate now, or shop our selection of 1 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect antique shell plate — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. An antique shell plate is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Victorian, Art Deco and Georgian styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made antique shell plate over the years, but those crafted by Fenton Brothers, Benetfink Co. and Elkington Co. are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Antique Shell Plate?

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  • 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 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 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 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.