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Chrysanthemum by Durgin Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 98 pieces Dinner
By Durgin Silver Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
of many of the pieces.
Superb Dinner and Luncheon Size Chrysanthemum by Durgin sterling silver
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
American Aesthetic Movement Silver Plated Tea Set By Meriden B Company
By Meriden Britannia Company
Located in Norwich, GB
American Aesthetic Movement silver plated tea set by Meriden B Company. Circa 1880.
This joyful
Category
Late 19th Century American Aesthetic Movement Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver Plate
Chrysanthemum by Durgin Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 135 pieces Dinner
By Durgin Silver Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
of many of the pieces.
Monumental dinner and luncheon size Chrysanthemum by Durgin sterling silver
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
19th Century Silver Plated Victorian Figural "Kate Greenway" Themed Napkin Ring
Located in Incline Village, NV
Silver plate company, commencing business in 1872 in Derby, Connecticut. It is memorialized as Plate 546
Category
1880s American Victorian Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver Plate
Marechal Niel by Durgin Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 125 pieces Dinner
By Durgin Silver Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
sterling silver Flatware set - 125 pieces. This set includes:
12 Dinner Size Knives with french blades, 9
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Chrysanthemum by Durgin Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 154 Pieces
By Durgin Silver Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
of many of the pieces.
Superb CHRYSANTHEMUM BY DURGIN sterling silver Flatware set -
154 pieces
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
1900s Forbes Silver Round Tray Victorian Mirror Plateau
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Antique 1900s Silver Tray Mirror Plateau Victorian Forbes Silver Co
Vanity round Centerpiece Plate
Category
Early 20th Century American Early Victorian Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver Plate
Oblong Dish
By Graff Washbourn
Dunn
Located in Brooklyn, NY
applied work and a flat long center. Made by the internationally famous silver company Graff, Washbourne
Category
1910s American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
$1,200
Golden Calvert Engraved by Kirk-Stieff Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 48pc
By Kirk Silver Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Golden calvert engraved by Kirk-Stieff sterling silver flatware set, 48 pieces. This set includes
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Art Deco Breadbasket
By Alvin Silver Manufacturing Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Very rare sterile silver Art Deco breadbasket by Alvin Silver. Imagine the Chrysler Building with
Category
1920s American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Golden Winslow by Kirk Sterling Silver 18 Flatware Service Set 80 pieces
By Kirk Silver Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
GOLDEN WINSLOW BY KIRK Sterling Silver flatware set - 80 pieces. This set includes:
18 Knives, 9
Category
1850s American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Watteau by Durgin Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service Dinner Size 168 Pieces
By Durgin Silver Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Monumental Watteau by Durgin circa 1890-1920 sterling silver dinner size flatware set - 168 pieces
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Winslow by Kirk Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 51 pieces Monogram S
By Kirk Silver Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Winslow by Kirk Sterling Silver Flatware set, 51 pieces. This set includes:
8 Knives, 8 7/8"
8
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Repousse by Kirk Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 53 Pieces Dinner
By Kirk Silver Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
sterling silver Flatware set, 53 pieces. This set includes:
12 dinner size knives, 9 3/4"
12 dinner
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Repousse Gold by Kirk Sterling Silver Flatware Service 12 Set Vermeil 48 Pieces
By Kirk Silver Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Add some luxe to your life with this fabulous repousse gold by kirk sterling silver flatware set
Category
Early 19th Century Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Repousse by Kirk Sterling Silver Flatware Service for 8 Set 53 Pcs Dinner
By Kirk Silver Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Repousse by Kirk Sterling Silver flatware set - 53 pieces. This set includes:
8 Dinner Knives, 9 5/8
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Chatham by Durgin Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 109 Pieces Dinner
By Durgin Silver Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Gorgeous Dinner & Luncheon Chatham by Durgin, c1915, sterling silver flatware set - 109 pieces
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Winslow by Kirk Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 37 pieces
By Kirk Silver Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
silver with a sculpted accent design along the border of each piece.
Winslow by Kirk Sterling Silver
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Howard
Company Sterling Silver Tazza
By Howard
Co., New York
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This is an exceptionally ornate solid (unweighted) sterling silver tazza, crafted by Howard &
Category
1890s American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
19th Century Victorian Pairpoint Silver Plate Tilting Pitcher with Goblet
By Pairpoint Silver Company
Located in Cincinnati, OH
19th Century Victorian Pairpoint quadruple silver plate beverage pitcher with stand and goblet
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver Plate, Metal
$300 Sale Price
20% Off
Winslow by Kirk Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 32 pieces Unused
By Kirk Silver Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
silver with a sculpted accent design along the border of each piece.
Winslow by Kirk Sterling Silver
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Chrysanthemum by Durgin Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 126 Pieces
By Durgin Silver Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
of many of the pieces.
Superb Chrysanthemum by Durgin sterling silver Flatware set - 126 pieces
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Large Antique EGW
S Silverplate Clam Shell Dish by International Silver Co.
By E.G. Webster
Sons
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
created by the International Silver Company and bears the EGW&S mark (E.G. Webster & Sons), one of the
Category
Early 1900s American Rococo Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver Plate
$187 Sale Price
25% Off
Louis XV by Durgin Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 54 Pc Rare in Fitted Box
By Durgin Silver Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Rare Louis XV by Durgin, circa 1891, sterling silver Flatware set - 54 pieces (plus 12 Mother of
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Winslow by Kirk Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 35 pieces
By Kirk Silver Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Gorgeous Winslow by Kirk Sterling Silver Flatware set, 35 pieces. This set includes:
8 Knives, 9
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Wellington by Durgin Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 34 Pieces
By Durgin Silver Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Wellington by Durgin sterling silver flatware set, 34 pieces. This set includes:
Eight knives, 8
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Wellington by Durgin Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 121 Pc Dinner "S" Mono
By Durgin Silver Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
12 dinner size knives (silver plate blunt blades) 10",
12 dinner size forks 7 5/8",
12 regular
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Chatham by Durgin Sterling Silver Flatware Service for 12 Set of 72 Pieces
By Durgin Silver Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Timeless heirloom quality Chatham by Durgin sterling silver flatware set, 72 pieces. This set
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Chatham by Durgin Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 132 Pieces Dinner
By Durgin Silver Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Monumental dinner & Luncheon Chatham by Durgin sterling silver flatware set - 132 pieces. This set
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Pair of Art Deco Silverplate Coupe Glasses Goblets
By Wm. Rogers Mfg. Co.
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Taunton in 1886; it became a division of National Silver Company in 1955.
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver Plate
Vintage Sterling Silver Flask
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
"Merry Christmas." Maker Kirby Silver Company. Kirby Silver Co. was founded in 1872 in Birmhingham
Category
Late 19th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Pair of Sterling Compotes
By Grogan
Co
Located in Brooklyn, NY
We are delighted to offer this pair of sterling silver compotes by the Grogan Silver Company. They
Category
1910s American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
$1,900 / set
Art Deco La Pierre Babylonian Mixed Metals Sterling Silver
Copper Vase
Located in Philadelphia, PA
quality sterling silver wares. By 1929, the firm had been absorbed by the International Silver Company
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver, Copper, Mixed Metal
Brock
Company Tall Sterling Art Nouveau Flower Vase, California Poppy
By Brock
Company
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Brock & Company Sterling Art Nouveau vase - 17 ½ inches tall.
Beautiful poppy flower design
Category
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver
Raleigh by Alvin Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service 76 pcs Beaded Dinner
By Alvin Silver Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Rare Dinner Size Raleigh by Alvin c1900 sterling silver flatware set - 76 pieces. This set includes
Category
Early 1900s Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Bridal Rose by Alvin Sterling Silver Flatware Service For 12 Set 122 pieces
By Alvin Silver Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Stunning monumental Bridal Rose by Alvin Sterling Silver Flatware set - 122 pieces. This set
Category
Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Raleigh by Alvin Sterling Silver Flatware Set for Eight Service Dinner 51 Pieces
By Alvin Silver Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Rare Raleigh by Alvin sterling silver dinner size flatware set - 51 pieces. This set includes
Category
Early 1900s Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique EPNS Silver Pierced Edwardian Celery Server with Glass Insert
By Sheffield
Located in Chicago, IL
silver company Sheffield.
The glass insert measures: 3-1/2" tall x 3-1/2" wide at top x 2-5/8" wide at
Category
Early 20th Century American Edwardian Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver, Nickel
Anchor Rogers Estate Silverplate Cream Soup Spoons, set of 12
By 1847 Rogers Bros.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
From Anchor Rogers Silver Company, a set of twelve silver-plated cream soup or bouillon spoons
Category
Early 1900s American International Style Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver Plate
Princess Patricia by Durg Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set 90 Pcs Dinner
By Durgin Silver Company, Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Princess Patricia by Durgin / Gorham sterling silver dinner size flatware set - 90 pieces. This set
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Garrard
Company Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver Basket
By Garrard
Co. Ltd.
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London, in 1908 by Garrard & Co., this pretty, Edwardian, sterling silver basket
Category
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Shenandoah by Alvin Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 45 Pieces Scarce
By Alvin Silver Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Rare Shenandoah by Alvin, circa 1912, sterling silver flatware set of 45 pieces. This set includes
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Large Art Deco La Pierre Babylonian Mixed Metals Sterling Silver
Copper Vase
Located in Philadelphia, PA
quality sterling silver wares. By 1929, the firm had been absorbed by the International Silver Company
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver, Copper, Mixed Metal
Chinese Export Antique Silver Basket by Wang Hing
By Wang Hing
Co.
Located in Newark, England
mainland. In today’s market Wang Hing is the most celebrated Chinese Silver company and the most sought
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver
Francis I by Alvin Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 52 Pieces
By Alvin Silver Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Francis I by Alvin sterling silver flatware set - 52 pieces. This set includes:
12 knives with
Category
1910s Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Bridal Rose by Alvin Sterling Silver Flatware Set for Eight Service 57 Pieces
By Alvin Silver Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Beautiful Art Nouveau bridal rose by Alvin Vintage sterling silver set of 57 pieces. This set
Category
Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Edwardian Sterling Silver Chamberstick by Tiffany and Company
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian, sterling silver chamber stick, Tiffany and Company, New York, inventory marked for 1902
Category
Early 1900s American Edwardian Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver
Crystal Caster by Hawkes Glass Company
By T. G. Hawkes
Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Company of Corning, New York, known for their superb cut crystal and sterling silver mountings during the
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Set of 12 David Andersen Gilt Sterling Silver
Blue Enamel Demitasse Spoons
By David Andersen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine set of 12 demitasse and coffee spoons.
By the David Andersen silver company of Oslo, Norway
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Russian Empire Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
English Silver Plate Four Piece Tea / Coffee Service / Exterior Engraved Details
By Elkington
Co.
Located in Tarry Town, NY
-plated four piece tea / coffee service, meticulously crafted by the renowned Elkington silver company
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Gold, Silver Plate
Aesthetic Era Sterling Bowl with Shell Motif by Whiting Manufacturing Company
By Whiting
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This exceedingly rare silver bowl was made in the Aesthetic taste by Whiting Manufacturing Company
Category
Late 19th Century American Aesthetic Movement Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Taylor
Company Antique Chinese Export Silver Bowl
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Chinese Export Silver bowl; an addition to our Chinese/Asian
Category
1890s Chinese Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver
Mercers Company Garrard Antique Silver large Salver London 1897
By James Garrard
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Mercers Company Garrard Antique Silver large Salver by James Garrard, London 1897.
Shaped circular
Category
19th Century Georgian Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Set of 6 Fairfax No. 2 Old French Hollow Knives by Durgin, 1910
By Durgin Silver Company
Located in Van Nuys, CA
style, known for its clean lines and understated decoration. The hollow handles are made of silver
Category
1910s American Edwardian Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
$150 Sale Price / set
40% Off
12 Elkington
Co. Silverplate Napkin Rings c1849 Boxed
By Elkington
Co.
Located in Litchfield, CT
, this gorgeous set of silver-plate napkin rings by the esteemed British Silver company, Elkington & Co
Category
1840s English Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique Tiffany
Company Sterling Silver Fern and Flowers Repousse Bowl
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Cincinnati, OH
This elegant late 19th century sterling silver bowl was made by Tiffany
Company. The silver
Category
1880s American Late Victorian Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver
Derby S.P. Co International Figural Repousse Village Silverplate Water Pitcher
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Derby S.P. Co International Figural Repousse Village Silverplate Water Pitcher. Item features a unique village "party" scene to pitcher, very nice vintage item, quality craft...
Category
Early 20th Century Renaissance Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver Plate
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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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Simple or sophisticated, equipped with console, cart or custom cabinetry, these stylish bar areas deserve a toast.
How a Craving for Color Revolutionized Glass
After synthetic dyes changed fashion, home goods and printed matter, it was only a matter of time till glass caught up.
1882 Ltd. Looks to the Future of Ceramics in the U.K. with an Eclectic Exhibition and Auction
Faye Toogood and John Pawson are among the list of plate designers.
20 Inviting Dining Rooms Perfectly Arranged for Entertaining
Top interior designers show — and tell — us how to create delectable spaces for hosting dinner parties.
Paul Revere Crafted This Silver Coffee Pot 250 Years Ago
Perhaps best known as a Revolutionary War hero, Revere was also an accomplished silversmith, and this pot is now available on 1stDibs.
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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