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English Pilkington
s Lancastrian Lustreware Charger by Richard Joyce
By Pilkington
s Royal Lancastrian Pottery Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fine charger has a molded and shaped rim enclosing a deep blue field, decorated with a mounted King holding a sword, dramatically charging forward. Signed by Richard Joyce.
Impre...
Category
Early 20th Century English Art Nouveau Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Earthenware
Pilkington
s Lustre Bowl
By Pilkington
s Royal Lancastrian Pottery Company
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Impressive Pilkington's Lustre Bowl decorated with central galleon with borders of Arts and Crafts flowers by William Mycock
Category
Early 20th Century British Antique Silver Companies
$3,419
Pilkington
s Lustre Dish
By Pilkington
s Royal Lancastrian Pottery Company
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Pilkington's Lustre Dish decorated with a Galleon and Stylised Flowers by William Mycock
Category
Early 20th Century British Other Antique Silver Companies
$1,914
Pilkingtons Lustre Bowl
By Pilkington
s Royal Lancastrian Pottery Company
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Pilkingtons Lustre Footed Bowl decorated with scrolling foliage by scarce artist Charles Cundall
Category
Early 20th Century British Antique Silver Companies
$3,120
George IV Vintners
Company Silver Gilt Livery Medal, London, 1822
By John Edward Terrey 1
Located in London, GB
Handsome George IV Vintners' Company silver gilt livery medal.
Maker. John Edward Terry. London
Category
1820s English Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver
Set of 6 Tiffany Dinner Plates
By Lenox
s Ceramic Art Company, Tiffany
Co.
Located in santa monica, CA
Hand painted and gilded. These plates are made by Lenox for
Tiffany and Co. Hand written on bottom of each plate is 1830/M366B. Probably part
of a custom set.
Tiffany and Co. Hand written on bottom of each plate is 1830/M366B. Probably part
of a custom set.
Category
Early 20th Century American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Porcelain
$1,800 / set
Antique Silver IWC International Watch Company Pocket Watch, Late 19th Century
By IWC
Located in Bologna, IT
An antique silver IWC International Watch Company pocket watch, dating from the late 19th Century
Category
Late 19th Century Swiss Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver
Simpson, Hall, Miller
Co. Oval Tray
By Simpson, Hall, Miller
Co.
Located in Vancouver, BC
Oval tray by Simpson, Hall, Miller & Company. Silver handles and trim with wood insert. Original
Category
Early 20th Century American American Empire Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver
American Brilliant Period Sterling Collar Pitcher Large, circa 1900
Located in Redding, CA
fronts. These pieces that were a combined
effort by the finest silver makers and glass companies of the
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Exceptional Centerpiece by Émile Reiber, for the Firm of Christofle et Cie
By Christofle, Emile Reiber
Located in Brussels, BE
Birmingham. By 1847, Christofle had become France's largest silver and electroplating company.
Supported
Category
1870s French Japonisme Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Bronze, Copper, Gold Plate, Silver
Large Single White Translucent Opaline Glass Container Barrel Shaped, Late 19th
Located in Queens Village, NY
for the company's best beer.
Tony spent a significant amount of time at the facility planning this
Category
Late 19th Century French Bohemian Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Gold, Gold Plate, Gold Leaf
Heisy Glass Jar with Sterling Silver Lid
By Heisey Glass Company
Located in Harrisburg, PA
career in glass in 1865. In 1879 he married the daughter of the founder of the Duncan glass company.
In
Category
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver
ONE-OF-A-KIND Gorham Enamel, Sterling Silver Columbia Expo Cigarette Case
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in New York, NY
A fine antique circa 1893-1894 silver and enamel cigarette case by Gorham Manufacturing Co. of
Category
19th Century American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
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 Companies
Sterling Silver Bud Vase with Enameled Tulips by Gorham Mfg. Co, 1897
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Pasadena, CA
A stunning late 19th century Art Nouveau sterling silver vase with an embossed floral silhouette to
Category
1890s American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Tiffany
Company Ostrich Feathers and Mother-of-Pearl Fan in Silver Leaf Frame
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Mount Penn, PA
holder marked Tiffany & Co. Mounted on beautiful fabric in quality silver leaf frame, this is a great
Category
1920s American Art Deco Antique Silver Companies
French Brass Armorial Wine Coaster, 19th Century
Located in Woodbridge, CT
is also possible to engrave the silver boss with a company logo.
A variety of designs are made
Category
19th Century French Empire Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Brass
Canaux Rare French All Sterling Silver Inkwell Exaggerated Rococo Pattern
By Paul Canaux and Company 1
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
French all sterling silver inkwell with its original ink pot and exaggerated Rococo pattern. The french
Category
1890s French Rococo Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Art Nouveau American Cut Glass and Sterling Silver Overlay Flower Vase
By Whiting Manufacturing Company
Located in New york, NY
Art Nouveau American cut glass and sterling silver overlay flower vase.
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Gorham of Providence One of a Kind Prototype Sterling Silver Vase 1908
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in New York, NY
A sterling silver vase by Gorham of Providence, RI, a one-of-a-kind prototype, made 27 November
Category
Early 20th Century American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vernier Sextant by Heath and Company, London
By Heath
Co.
Located in Norwich, Norfolk
Fine 9 inch radius vernier sextant by Heath and Company. Laquered brass frame with silvered arc
Category
1920s Great Britain (UK) Other Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Brass
An Oval-Shaped Box with Allover Decoration
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Houston, TX
An American sterling box, made by The Gorham Company of Providence, Rhode Island in 1898. The size
Category
19th Century American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Huge Japanese Silver and Mixed Metal Bowl by Miyamoto Shoko
Located in Christchurch, GB
Meiji Period 1868-1912, circa 1900 solid silver and mixed metal bowl by the renowned Miyamoto company
Category
19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Metal, Silver
Vintage George Webster Co Sterling Silver Vanity Set (535g) Hand Mirror
Brush
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage George Webster and Company silver vanity set
Includes a hand mirror and brush
Made by the
Category
19th Century American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Art Nouveau Pendant, Vienna, 1912
By F. K. Delavilla
Located in Vienna, AT
Pendant, design 1912.
Manufactured by Oskar Dietrich, company no 126.
Silver, gold-plated, mother
Category
1910s Austrian Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver
Tiffany
Co. / Art Nouveau Sterling "Frog on a lily pad" covered box 1880
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in New York, NY
: Tiffany Silver, Charles H. Carpenter, Jr. (New York: Dodd, Mead & Company, 1978); The Silver of Tiffany
Category
19th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Pure Natural Gem Grade Candelaria Turquoise Ring, 18k Gold with Old Proceeding
Located in Shanghai, CN
small. Candelaria turquoise comes from the Silver Standard Company's
Silver Standard Company, and is
Category
Early 17th Century European Artisan Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Turquoise, 18k Gold
Art Deco Machine Age Albert Feinauer Barbour Silver "Preference" Modernist Box
By Albert Feinauer, Barbour Silver Co.
Located in Dallas, TX
labels absent.
Very good vintage condition.
The Barbour Silver Company was one of 17 plants operated
Category
1920s American Art Deco Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver Plate
Austrian Lobmeyr Islamic Glass Goblet with Calligraphy and Animals, Signed
By J.
L. Lobmeyr Company
Located in London, GB
An Important signed gilt and enamelled Islamic glass goblet by J & L Lobmeyr circa 1870 depicting Islamic calligraphy, stylised decoration and 'deer' with the star of David. It is en...
Category
1870s Austrian Islamic Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Art Glass
Canaux Masterpiece French Sterling Silver Sugar Sifter Spoon, Cherub
By Paul Canaux and Company 1
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
Masterpiece by Canaux, impossible to find, extremely rare piece in sterling silver. An exceptional
Category
1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Pair of Silver and Cut-Glass Four-Arm Derby Silver Company Candelabras, 1900s
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of American silver and cut-glass four-arm candelabras by Derby Silver Company from the early
Category
Early 20th Century American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver
Antique American "Meriden Silver Company, " Tilting Water Pitcher w/ Cup, c. 1870
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique American "Meriden Silver Company," Quadruple Plate Tilting Water Pitcher with Cup, Circa
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver Plate
Silver Champagne Cooler Stancampiano Silver Company Palermo Sicily Italy c.1925
By Gioielleria Mineo
Located in Vienna, AT
PALERMO
(by Stancampiano Silver Company manufactory founded in Palermo in year 1870 = we would like
Category
1920s Italian Art Deco Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver
American Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Inkstand by Barbour Silver Company
By Barbour Silver Co.
Located in San Francisco, CA
A spectacular American Art Nouveau peened sterling silver inkstand with overall foliate decoration
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Rockwell Sterling Silver Overlay Bowl
By Rockwell Silver Company
Located in New York, NY
Sterling silver overlay design of a parrot on both sides of the glass bowl by Rockwell Silver
Category
Early 20th Century American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver
Art Deco, Rockwell Silver Overlay Clear Glass Ashtray with Marlin/Sailfish Motif
By Rockwell Silver Company
Located in Nantucket, MA
Art Deco silver overlay ashtray by Rockwell Silver Company with a silver overlay four divot rim
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver
Sterling Silver “Persian” Candlesticks
By International Silver
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Being offered is a pair of sterling silver candlesticks by the International Silver Company in the
Category
1910s American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
$1,250 / set
Antique Forbes Silver Plate Rectangular Serving Bar Vanity Tray Platter
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique art deco rectangular silver plate serving / calling card tray by the Forbes Silver Company
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Metal
Antique Friedman Silver Plate Rectangular Barware Serving Butlers Tray Handles
By Friedman Silver Company
Located in Dayton, OH
with rope twist edge and etched with scallops and florals, produced by Friedman Silver company
Category
Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Metal
Sterling Silver Hand-Hammered Tray
By Baltimore Silver Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Happy to offer this sterling silver hand wrought tray by the Baltimore Silver Company.
Designed
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Large Sterling Silver Tray
By Watson Silver
Located in Brooklyn, NY
We are thrilled to offer you this very large sterling silver tray by the Watson Silver Company of
Category
1910s American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Vase
By Matthews Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
We are delighted to offer you this sterling silver vase by the Matthews Silver Company of Newark
Category
1910s American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
$1,650
Art Nouveau Champagne Cooler
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Art Nouveau champagne cooler in quadruple plate made by the Forbes Silver Company which was part of
Category
19th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver Plate
Sterling Silver Water Pitcher
By Amston Silver Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Being offered is a sterling silver water pitcher by Amston Silver Company of Meriden Connecticut
Category
1910s American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
University of Notre Dame Hotel Silver Chiller, Ice Bowl
By International Silver
Located in Houston, TX
A silver soldered ice bowl or chiller made by the International Silver Company for the University
Category
Early 20th Century American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Metal
Sterling Gravy Ladle
By Alvin Silver Manufacturing Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Silver Company, circa 1910. It has some etching on the very top of the handle; garlands and a script
Category
1910s American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
19th century Georgian Style Sterling Silver Coffee Server
By Watson Silver
Located in Savannah, GA
, Newell and Co. The company specialized in producing fine sterling silver hollowware and flatware. The
Category
1920s American American Colonial Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Art Deco Condiment Bowl
By Webster
Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Being offered is a sterling silver bowl by the Webster Silver Company. The bowl has a glass liner
Category
1920s American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Fountainebleau Hotel Silver Coffee Pot
Located in Culver City, CA
Fountainebleau Hotel Silver Coffee Pot, International Silver Company
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver
Sterling Candlesticks
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A pair of sterling silver candlesticks by Gorham Silver Company in the “Plymouth” pattern. A
Category
1910s American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
$1,200 / set
Large Edwardian Sterling Silver-Mounted Wood Gallery Tray
By Meriden Britannia Company
Located in New York, NY
Meriden Britannia Silver Company, Meriden, Connecticut, circa 1915. @25" wide x @14 1/2" deep x @3" high
Category
1910s American Edwardian Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver
Crystal Pitcher
By Dominick and Haff Silver
Located in Brooklyn, NY
turn of the century by one of the foremost American silver companies, Dominick and Haff of New York. It
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Candlesticks
By Mount Vernon 1
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Being offered is an exquisite pair of sterling silver candlesticks by the Mount Vernon Silver
Category
1910s American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
$2,500 / set
Rare J.S.
Co. International Silver Sterling Silver Flatware Set 90 Pieces
Located in West Hartford, CT
J.S. and Co, which is Jennings Silver Company, was bought out by International Silver Company in the
Category
Early 20th Century American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique American Art Deco Silver-Plated "Pairpoint" Cocktail Shaker, Circa 1930
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique American Art Deco silver-plated cocktail shaker pitcher, signed by "Pairpoint Silver
Category
Early 20th Century American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique American "Mauser Co" Sterling Silver
Cut Crystal Water Pitcher, 1890
s
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique American Sterling Silver and Cut Crystal Water or Claret Pitcher Hallmarked "Mauser Silver
Category
Early 20th Century American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Frontenac Serving Fork
By International Silver
Located in Brooklyn, NY
One of the all time most beautiful patterns by the International Silver Company. Drawing on the Art
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
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Antique Silver Companies For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of antique silver companies for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique antique silver companies was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, silver and sterling silver. Antique silver companies have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Art Nouveau, Victorian and Art Deco antique silver companies are consistently popular styles. There have been many well-made antique silver companies over the years, but those made by Gorham Manufacturing Company, Whiting Manufacturing Company and Kirk Silver Company are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are Antique Silver Companies?
Prices for antique silver companies can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, antique silver companies begin at $40 and can go as high as $985,000, while the average can fetch as much as $1,846.
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 Silver Companies
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 10, 2024Yes, the International Silver Company produced real silver products. The hallmark "IS," however, refers to the brand and does not indicate purity, as International Silver mass produced silverplated flatware and holloware as well as sterling. In order to determine if the piece is real silver, look for the standard marks that indicate purity — the number 92.5 or 925 and the word “sterling” are indicators of sterling quality.
When an object is described as “silver” or “sterling silver,” it means that it contains 92.5% pure silver (the remaining 7.5% consists of copper and/or other alloys). The purity standard was first established in England and later adopted in the United States. The mark on antique British sterling-silver pieces is the lion passant (a lion walking to the left), which signifies a work is 92.5 percent pure sterling; if it’s not there, it is likely silverplate — or not English.
International Silver was a Connecticut conglomerate formed from 17 companies in 1898. It was once the largest manufacturer of silver and silver-plated products in the world.
Find antique International Silver Company serveware, platters and decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024Yes, the Derby Silver Company is real silver. However, most pieces produced by the maker are silver-plate, meaning they have a finish that consists of a thin layer of genuine silver. The remainder of the silver-plated tableware and decorative objects are made of base metal. Founded in 1872, the Derby Silver Company was an American silversmith best known for its line of silver-plated mirrors, combs, brushes, clocks, flatware and tea sets. On 1stDibs, explore an assortment of Derby Silver Company silver wares.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025There are many famous antique glass companies. Some examples include Baccarat, Barovier, Christofle, Emile Galle, Lalique, La Rochere, Mappin Webb, Muller Frères and Moser. To be considered antique, glassware must be at least 100 years old. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of antique glass.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024No, the International Silver Company is not still in business. In 1981, the company stopped producing silver due to financial troubles. By 1983, its assets had undergone complete liquidation, and in 1984, Katy Industries Inc. purchased the company. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of International Silver Company silver wares.
- 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 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 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 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.
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From Arne Jacobsen to Zaha Hadid, Top Designers Tackle Tableware
Clever objects like these make feasting even more festive.
How the Chunky, Funky Ceramics of 5 Mid-Century American Artists Balanced Out Slick Modernism
Get to know the innovators behind the pottery countercultural revolution.
Ready for a Cinderella Moment? This Glass Handbag Is a Perfect Fit
Glass slippers might be the stuff of fairytales, but glass handbags? Artist Joshua Raiffe has made them a reality, and they're far less delicate than you might imagine, but just as dreamy.
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