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Chandelier Per Torndahl, Atelier Torndahl, Perstorp, Sweden 1920s
By Per Torndahl
Located in Lund, SE
A silver plated three-arm chandelier designed by Per Torndahl for Atelier Torndahl, Perstorp
Category
1920s Swedish Antique Silver Chandeliers
Materials
Silver Plate
Chandeliers in Nickel and Crystal by Carl G. Hallberg
By Carl Gustav Hallberg
Located in New York, NY
chandeliers and modified them for the 20th century. In this lovely example, the exuberant shape of a Baroque
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Antique Silver Chandeliers
Materials
Crystal, Nickel, Silver, Silver Plate
LXVI Style Chandelier (GMD#1690)
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian LXVI Style Carved Silver Giltwood & Iron 6-Lite Chandelier
(Showroom Closing/Liquidation
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Antique Silver Chandeliers
19th Century Bohemian Twelve-Light Cut Crystal Chandelier from Czech Republic
Located in Heemskerk, Noord Holland
19th silver color century cut crystal chandelier from Czech Republic.
This chandelier has been
Category
Early 20th Century Czech Bohemian Antique Silver Chandeliers
Materials
Crystal, Silver
Pair of Aesthetic Movement Chandeliers by Pancoast and Bergman
By Pancoast and Bergmann
Located in Stamford, CT
A pair of Aesthetic Movement Pancoast and Bergman silvered metal basket-form chandeliers in the
Category
19th Century American Antique Silver Chandeliers
Materials
Metal
Pair of Silver and Crystal Pendant Fixtures
Located in Chestnut Hill, MA
Silver plate fixtures with original crystal. Silver has been polished and protected to prevent
Category
1910s American Antique Silver Chandeliers
Materials
Crystal, Silver Plate
$3,500 / set
Genoa 19th Century 6-Light Giltwood and Crystal Antique Chandelier
Located in Chester, GB
A beautiful Italian Genoa wooden silver giltwood and crystal 6-light antique chandelier, the
Category
Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Silver Chandeliers
Materials
Giltwood
Four-Light Silver Plated Pan Fixture
Located in Vancouver, BC
Gorgeous silver plated pan fixture.
Classical revival style, very easy on the eye, fitted with
Category
1910s Antique Silver Chandeliers
Satin Silver Plated Dining Room Fixture
Located in Vancouver, BC
.
Original old satin silver finish. Restored, rewired and ready to install,
circa 1925
Measure: 41 L x
Category
1920s Antique Silver Chandeliers
Petite French 1920
s Art Deco Chandelier
Located in Fairfax, VA
Elegant clear frost glass flora design art deco chandelier with nickel/silver on bronze hardware
Category
1920s French Art Deco Antique Silver Chandeliers
Materials
Nickel
$1,200 / item
19th Century Ten-Light Victorian Chandelier by F
C Osler
By F.
C. Osler
Located in Bredgar, Kent
A very fine quality chandelier manufactured by F &C Osler of Birmingham in the late 19th century
Category
Late 19th Century Great Britain (UK) Victorian Antique Silver Chandeliers
Materials
Crystal, Metal
Style Louis XIV Oval Chandelier in Bronze
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Style Louis XIV oval chandelier, silvered bronze, ten lights.
Category
1880s French Louis XIV Antique Silver Chandeliers
Materials
Bronze
Two-Light Silver Plate Mini-Pan Candelabra
Located in Vancouver, BC
candelabra a treat.
Note the original patina on the silver Plate finish.
circa 1915
Measures: 31" L x 12
Category
1910s Antique Silver Chandeliers
19th Century Crystal Fourteen-Light Chandelier by Perry, of Wonderful Color
Located in London, GB
A stunning original Perry chandelier arranged on two tiers with seven solid lead crystal 's' arms
Category
Late 19th Century English Adam Style Antique Silver Chandeliers
Materials
Crystal, Silver Plate
Colonial Revival Crystal Swag Chandelier, Five-Light
Located in Vancouver, BC
Ca. 1920 A 5-light silver plated chandelier decorated with foliate castings and crystal beaded
Category
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Silver Chandeliers
Materials
Brass
Twelve Arm Baroque Silverplate Chandelier by Pettingell Andrews Co. Circa 1910
By Pettingell-Andrews Co.
Located in New York, NY
AHL2374
A twelve arm, two tier chandelier in silver plate over cast bronze and copper having
Category
Early 20th Century American Baroque Antique Silver Chandeliers
Materials
Silver Plate, Brass
19th Century Chandelier with Five Large Pinnacles Twelve-Light and Eight Candles
Located in Oldebroek, NL
French chandelier in bronze with silver patina. Four lights at the bottom, four lights in the top
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Silver Chandeliers
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Satin Silver Plated Dining Room Fixture
Five-Light
Located in Vancouver, BC
silver finish and fitted with Edison bulbs, circa 1925. Decorated with large hand-cut crystals, this
Category
1920s Edwardian Antique Silver Chandeliers
Art Deco Chandelier By Sabino French Circa 1925
Located in Vancouver, BC
A wonderful example of a period French Art deco chandelier; the silvered bronze frame holding six
Category
Early 20th Century French Antique Silver Chandeliers
Materials
Bronze
Antiqued Silver Finish "Shower Light" Fixture (4-Light)
By Sears, Roebuck
Company
Located in Vancouver, BC
Philadelphia. Restored to its original antique silver-plated finish, this "shower light
Category
Early 20th Century American Antique Silver Chandeliers
Antique 19th Century Sterling Silver Palmatoria by Cahier Paris Restauration
By Jean-Charles Cahier
Located in Paris, FR
Very unusual and rare bishop candlestick.
Shaped as a chamberstick with a long handle for a candle supply. Prayer's time lasted longer than burning time of a candle. The supply, co...
Category
1820s French Restauration Antique Silver Chandeliers
Materials
Sterling Silver
Pair of Silver Plated Caldwell Leaded Glass Light Fixtures with Interior Lights
Located in Stamford, CT
A pair of circa 1920 silver plated Caldwell leaded glass light fixtures with interior lights
Category
1920s Antique Silver Chandeliers
Materials
Silver Plate
"Heraldic" Silver Plate Colonial Revival Style Fixture, Five Lights
Located in Vancouver, BC
Colonial Revival style. Restored to its original silver finish with hand-painted detail, decorated with cut
Category
1920s American Colonial Revival Antique Silver Chandeliers
A Huge Pair Antique Elkington Sheffield Silver Plate Candelabra Circa 1853 30"
Located in London, GB
A Huge Pair Antique Elkington Sheffield Silver Plate Candelabra Circa 1853 30"
A truly magnificent
Category
Mid-19th Century Antique Silver Chandeliers
Materials
Silver
Antique Belgian Glass Beaded and Crystal Prism Eight-Arm Chandelier
Located in Antwerp, BE
A most elegant Belgian chandelier with a silver plated metal frame beaded with prism cut glass
Category
Early 20th Century Belgian Antique Silver Chandeliers
Antique Pan Light Fixture with Original Silver Finish (5-Light)
Located in Vancouver, BC
Ca. 1910 Antique pan light fixture with preserved silver plated finish. A superior quality pan
Category
Early 20th Century American Edwardian Antique Silver Chandeliers
Original Vintage Georg Jensen Chandelier
By Johan Rohde
Located in Copenhagen, DK
The original Georg Jensen chandelier designed in 1918 by Johan Rohde.
Design # 307
Designer
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Antique Silver Chandeliers
Materials
Sterling Silver
19th Century Froment-Meurice Bronze and Silver Pair of Candelabras from Paris
By Froment-Meurice
Located in Paris, FR
Large pair of candelabra with seven lights. Bronze silvered. Totally decorated with scrolls
Category
1860s French Rococo Antique Silver Chandeliers
Materials
Bronze
GEMOLITHOS Antique Diamond Earrings, 1890s
Located in Munich, DE
Antique Diamond Chandelier Earrings. Diamond weight est. 9.0ct. 1890´s
Category
1890s Victorian Antique Silver Chandeliers
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Original Silver-Plated Pan Light, Four-Light
Located in Vancouver, BC
Ca. 1920 Antique pan light fixture with wonderful original silver plate and natural patina. This
Category
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Silver Chandeliers
Materials
Brass
Angel Wing Diamond Earrings
Located in Houston, TX
1880, The silver over gold earrings are set with 8.00ct total weight in antique rose cut diamonds. Very
Category
1880s English Victorian Antique Silver Chandeliers
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
$59,400
Silver Sanctuary Lamp by Jean Van Damme
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Sensational Continental silver hanging sanctuary lamp by Jean Van Damme of Bruges, Belgium, of
Category
19th Century Belgian Antique Silver Chandeliers
Georgian Girandole Diamond Earrings Acorn Motif
Located in Middleton, WI
silver over 14 karat gold and are probably Dutch in origin. The long back wires are back to front style
Category
Late 18th Century Dutch Georgian Antique Silver Chandeliers
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
A Pair of Silvered Carved Vases 18th Century
Located in Formigine Modena, IT
A pair of italian carved vases, silvered and decorated with leaf motives. Carved wood, on a square
Category
18th Century and Earlier Italian Rococo Antique Silver Chandeliers
$9,000 / set
Victorian Era Naturalism Movement Diamond Earrings
Located in Austin, TX
silver & gold with rose cut and mine cut diamonds. See a wonderful example of a Naturalistic jewelry at
Category
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Silver Chandeliers
Materials
Diamond, Sterling Silver, 15k Gold
Victorian Diamond Natural Pearl Earrings
Located in San Francisco, CA
risen from the sea, these stunning silver-topped gold earrings shimmer with 2.50 cts. of old mine and
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Silver Chandeliers
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Hammered Silver, Five-Light Fixture with Crystal Basket
Located in Vancouver, BC
Circa 1915. Measurements: A lovely hand hammered fixture with crystal basket. restored to its original finish, original blue paint detail. Cleaned, rewired, restored, and ready to ha...
Category
Early 20th Century American Antique Silver Chandeliers
Extravagant Long Pendent Earrings from Antique Parts Diamonds, Pearls, Rubies
Located in Antwerp, BE
century in France.
Period: ca. 1780
Material: 18k yellow gold and silver. (touchstone tested)
- See also
Category
1780s Unknown Rococo Antique Silver Chandeliers
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold...
Mid 19th Century Gold and Sterling Diamond Earrings
Located in San Francisco, CA
Literally *dripping* in diamonds- 6 carats of them! These 19th Century French Victorian style drop earrings have been mindfully cared for over 150 years. The quality of their antique...
Category
Mid-19th Century French Victorian Antique Silver Chandeliers
Materials
White Diamond, 15k Gold, Sterling Silver
19th Antique French Silvered Bronze Five-Light Pair of Candelabra
Located in Madrid, ES
style, silvered bronze five-light candelabra. In top conditions.
BronzeSmith: "H.L".
Category
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Silver Chandeliers
Art Deco Moderne Czech Glass Chandeleir
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stylish and chic moderne style chandelier dates to the 1930s-1940s and is fabricated in Czech
Category
Early 20th Century Czech Modern Antique Silver Chandeliers
Materials
Sterling Silver, Chrome
Chandelier Candlestick Saint Louis Crystal France, 1810-1820, 19th Century
By St. Louis Crystal
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Five Lights Chandelier or Candlestick
Saint Louis
Crystal and Bronze
1810-1820 / 19th Century
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Silver Chandeliers
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Art Deco Pendant in White Metal 1920s by Per Torndahl for Atelier Torndahl
By Atelier Torndahl, Per Torndahl
Located in Stockholm, SE
Swedish Grace Atelier Torndahl pendant in white metal with white glass shades 1920s by Per Torndahl. Motif of Saint George and the Dragon.
Very good condition with few signs of wear...
Category
1920s Swedish Art Deco Antique Silver Chandeliers
Materials
Silver Plate
Crystal 3-Light Wall Lamp on a Golden Frame, Genoa 18th Century
Located in Milano, IT
decoration in silver sheet.
Period: 1700
Origin: Genoa
Measurements: 40 x 23 cm - height 50 cm.
Category
18th Century Baroque Antique Silver Chandeliers
Materials
Crystal, Gold, Silver, Iron
Wonderful Early French Deco Pendant
Located in Kingston, NY
motif connected to a silver plated bronze frame.
Category
1920s French Art Deco Antique Silver Chandeliers
Materials
Bronze
Striking Early Electric Crystal Pendant Fixture
Located in Chestnut Hill, MA
A crystal pendant fixture with an unusual form for the period. The frame is silver plate with three
Category
Early 20th Century North American Antique Silver Chandeliers
Materials
Crystal, Silver
19th Century Bronze Large Pair of Candlesticks
Located in Paris, FR
Tallness pair of candlesticks in bronze and silver plate showing all the decorative register of the
Category
Mid-19th Century French Regency Antique Silver Chandeliers
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
$4,261 / set
Antique Silver Victorian long Pendent Ear Chandeliers
Located in Antwerp, BE
. 1880
Material: Silver on 18K yellow gold wires.
Precious stones: 180 white strass (also called paste
Category
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Silver Chandeliers
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
20th Century Silver and Enamel Penguin Sculpture Chandelier, Sweden, 1900s
Located in Florence, IT
Splendid silver candlestick with a very modern design and enriched with enameled sculpture of a
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Art Nouveau Antique Silver Chandeliers
Materials
Silver
Antique Empire Diamond Chandelier Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
collection.
Hand crafted during the period of solid 18 KT gold with topped by silver - not marked.
Fantastic
Category
1790s Italian Regency Antique Silver Chandeliers
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Victorian 6.0 Carat Diamond Plus Rare Chandelier Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
Exceptional pair of Authentic Victorian Diamond chandelier earrings. We prize to have the most
Category
1860s Victorian Antique Silver Chandeliers
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Georgian style Antique Old Mine Cut Diamond Chandelier Pendant 2.5-3 ctw
Located in Joelton, TN
gracefully, creating a chandelier-esque effect reminiscent of an 18th-century noble accessory.
With
Category
19th Century European Georgian Antique Silver Chandeliers
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
19th Century Italian Silvery Wood and Crystal Lines Chandelier
Located in Milan, IT
End of 19th century silver wood and crystal lines chandelier.
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Silver Chandeliers
Materials
Iron
19th C. English Regency Waterfall Silver Plate
Crystal Chandelier / Gasolier
By F.
C. Osler
Located in Charleston, SC
This Regal English Regency Waterfall Chandelier / Gasolier is Silver Plate & Crystal with Eight
Category
Mid-19th Century English Regency Antique Silver Chandeliers
Materials
Crystal, Silver Plate, Brass
Regency Tent-and-Basket Silver Plate
Crystal Chandelier / Gasolier Eight Light
Located in Charleston, SC
Elegant Silver Plate & Crystal Regency Tent-and-Basket Chandelier / Gasolier with Eight crystal
Category
Mid-19th Century English Regency Antique Silver Chandeliers
Materials
Crystal, Brass, Silver Plate
Monumental Irish Crystal Georgian Nine Light Chandelier, 19th Century
Located in Charleston, SC
Monumental 19th Century Irish Crystal Georgian Nine Light Chandelier. The Refined Anglo-Irish
Category
19th Century Irish Georgian Antique Silver Chandeliers
Materials
Crystal, Silver Plate, Brass
Maison Baguès attributed, Wrought Iron Rock Crystal 12 Light Chandelier
By Maison Baguès
Located in Charleston, SC
This Grand Maison Baguès silverleaf wrought iron rock crystal chandelier with twelve lights was
Category
Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Antique Silver Chandeliers
Materials
Rock Crystal, Amethyst, Wrought Iron, Silver Leaf
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Antique Silver Chandeliers For Sale on 1stDibs
Find a variety of antique silver chandeliers available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct antique silver chandeliers — often made from metal, silver and bronze — can elevate any home. Antique silver chandeliers have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique silver chandeliers made by Art Deco designers — as well as those associated with Victorian — are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made antique silver chandeliers over the years, but those made by F.
C. Osler, Edward F. Caldwell
Co. and Carl Gustav Hallberg are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are Antique Silver Chandeliers?
The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $6,938, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $410,412 highest priced.
Finding the Right Chandeliers-pendant-lights for You
Chandeliers — simple in form, inspired by candelabras and originally made of wood or iron — first made an appearance in early churches. For those wealthy enough to afford them for their homes in the medieval period, a chandelier's suspended lights likely exuded imminent danger, as lit candles served as the light source for fixtures of the era. Things have thankfully changed since then, and antique chandeliers and pendant lights are popular in many interiors today.
While gas lighting during the late 18th century represented an upgrade for chandeliers — and gas lamps would long inspire Danish architect and pioneering modernist lighting designer Poul Henningsen — it would eventually be replaced with the familiar electric lighting of today.
The key difference between a pendant light and a chandelier is that a pendant incorporates only a single bulb into its design. Don’t mistake this for simplicity, however. An Art Deco–styled homage to Sputnik from Murano glass artisans Giovanni Dalla Fina, with handcrafted decorative elements supported by a chrome frame, is just one stunning example of the elaborate engineering that can be incorporated into every component of a chandelier. (Note: there is more than one lighting fixture that shares its name with the iconic mid-century-era satellite — see Gino Sarfatti’s design too.)
Chandeliers have evolved over time, but their classic elegance has remained unchanged.
Not only will the right chandelier prove impressive in a given room, but it can also offer a certain sense of practicality. These fixtures can easily illuminate an entire space, while their elevated position prevents them from creating glare or straining one’s eyes.
Certain materials, like glass, can complement naturally lit settings without stealing the show. Brass, on the other hand, can introduce an alluring, warm glow. While LEDs have earned a bad reputation for their perceived harsh bluish lights and a loss of brightness over their life span, the right design choices can help harness their lighting potential and create the perfect mood. A careful approach to lighting can transform your room into a peaceful and cozy nook, ideal for napping, reading or working.
For midsize spaces, a wall light or sconce can pull the room together and get the lighting job done. Perforated steel rings underneath five bands of handspun aluminum support a rich diffusion of light within Alvar Aalto's Beehive pendant light, but if you’re looking to brighten a more modest room, perhaps a minimalist solution is what you’re after. The mid-century modern furniture designer Charlotte Perriand devised her CP-1 wall lamps in the 1960s, in which a repositioning of sheet-metal plates can redirect light as needed.
The versatility and variability of these lighting staples mean that, when it comes to finding something like the perfect chandelier, you’ll never be left hanging. From the natural world-inspired designs of the Art Nouveau era to the classic beauty of Paul Ferrante's fixtures, there is a style for every room.
With designs for pendant lights and chandeliers across eras, colors and materials, you’ll never run out of options to explore on 1stDibs — shop a collection today that includes antique Art Deco chandeliers, Stilnovo chandeliers, Baccarat chandeliers and more.
Questions About Antique Silver Chandeliers
- 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022There are a couple points to check in determining if your chandelier is antique. The drops were faceted on both sides, and there also may be daisy-shaped glass buttons. You can also shop a range of chandeliers from some of the world’s top sellers 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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