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Sterling Silver Louis XV Soup Ladle
By Whiting Manufacturing Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Being offered is a sterling silver soup ladle in the Louis XV pattern by Whiting Manufacturing
Category
1890s American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Art Nouveau Vase, 1906
By Whiting Manufacturing Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Being offered is a sterling silver vase by the Whiting Manufacturing Company, hallmarked 1906
Category
Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Basket w/Crystal Liner
By Meriden Britannia Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Being offered is a sterling silver basket with a crystal liner. The sterling part has a
Category
1920s American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Art Nouveau Ring Tray
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
We are proud to offer this sterling silver Art Nouveau ring tray by Gorham Silversmiths of
Category
Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Tiffany
Company Sterling
Blackberry
Compote/Tazza
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Tiffany & Co. Sterling 'Blackberry' Compote/Tazza
USA, NY
Made during Tiffany & Company
Category
Late 19th Century American Belle Époque Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
$1,368 Sale Price
27% Off
Alvin Estate Silverplate George Washington Cake Forks, set of 6
By Alvin Silver Manufacturing Company
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A set of six George Washington pattern silver-plated cake forks, made by the Alvin-Beiderhase Co
Category
1910s American International Style Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver Plate
Thomas Watson
Co. Antique English Sterling Silver Goblet
By Thomas Watson
Company
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George III English sterling silver wine goblet; an
Category
1790s English Georgian Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique English Sterling Silver and Enamel Hand Mirror
By Daniel Manufacturing Company
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver and enamel dressing table hand
Category
1920s English Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
A Very Fine 19th Century Silver Plated Lidded Soup Tureen by Elkington
Company
By Elkington
Co.
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A very fine
impressively large silver plated soup tureen by Elkington
Company of London
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver Plate
$2,100 Sale Price
30% Off
Sterling Silver Art Nouveau Water Pitcher
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
foliate designs—enhancing the interplay between the shimmering silver and the naturalistic detailing so
Category
1910s American Art Nouveau Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Gorham Sterling Silver Reticulated String or Thread Holder
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique string holder.
In sterling silver.
By the Gorham Manufacturing Company.
Retailed
Category
Early 20th Century American Edwardian Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Pair of Signed Pairpoint Cobalt Cut Crystal Candle Lamps
By Pairpoint Silver Company
Located in Great Barrington, MA
This a rare pair of silver plate mantel or table lamps with all original fittings. The standards
Category
Early 20th Century American Antique Silver Companies
Whiting Sterling Silver Perfume Bottle/ Scent Vial in Japonesque Style 1880s
By Whiting Manufacturing Company
Located in New York, NY
ounces, and bears hallmarks as shown.
Originally in Massachusetts, Whiting Manufacturing Company
Category
1880s American Japonisme Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
British Colonial Antique 1910 Cheltenham Silver Coffee Service Sheffield England
By Sheffield Silver Co.
Located in Miami, FL
1910 English silver coffee service by Cheltenham & Company, Ltd. Sheffield, England.
All 3 pieces
Category
1910s English British Colonial Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver, Steel
Neoclassical Sterling Silver Child
s Cup/Mug by Gorham
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in New York, NY
Neoclassical, sterling silver child's mug/cup, Gorham Mfg. Co, Providence, Rhode Island, circa 1860
Category
1860s American Neoclassical Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Intaglio Tray with Bacchus and Sterling Silver Trim by Sinclaire
Co.
By H.P. Sinclaire
Company
Located in New Orleans, LA
classic design is enhanced by a sterling silver rim by Philadelphia-based silversmiths J.E. Caldwell & Co
Category
Early 20th Century American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Lily by Whiting Sterling Silver Bonbonniere Spoon, Fabulous
By Whiting Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Lily by Whiting.
Rare sterling silver Bonbonniere spoon 11 3/4" in the pattern Lily by Whiting. It
Category
Early 1900s Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Gorham Sterling Silver Brite Cut Lobster Claw Cracker
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique American silver lobster claw or shell cracker.
By Gorham Manufacturing Co.
In
Category
Early 20th Century American Edwardian Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Gorham Versailles Pattern Sterling Silver Asparagus Fork
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine antique asparagus fork.
By Gorham.
In sterling silver.
In the Versailles pattern
Category
Late 19th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Gorham Sterling Silver Reticulated String or Thread Holder
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique string holder.
In sterling silver.
By the Gorham Manufacturing Company.
Retailed
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Schofield Castle Pattern Repousse Baltimore Sterling Silver Sugar Jar
By The Schofield Company
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Baltimore silver repousse open sugar bow or jar.
By Schofield.
In sterling silver
Category
Late 19th Century American American Classical Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
"Large Chick On Oval Base" Silver Plated Figural Victorian Napkin Ring; Meriden
By Meriden Britannia Company
Located in Incline Village, NV
Avian aficionados will be attracted to this authentic and all original Victorian silver plated
Category
1880s American Victorian Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver Plate
Victorian Sterling Silver-Mounted Decanter and 4 Matching Glasses, Gorham
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Period, sterling silver-mounted decanter with hinged lid and having four matching glasses
Category
1890s American Victorian Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Victorian Period/Aesthetic Movement Sterling Silver Calling/Business Card Case
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Period/Aesthetic Movement sterling silver calling card/business card case having a hinged
Category
1870s American Aesthetic Movement Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Apostles by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set 13 pieces Large
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
This figural set was designed by one the greatest silver designer of all time, Antoine Heller, a
Category
1890s American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Neoclassical Style, Victorian Period Sterling Silver Tazza by Gorham
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in New York, NY
Neoclassical style, Victorian period, sterling silver tazza, Gorham Manufacturing Co., Providence
Category
Early 1900s American Neoclassical Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Whiting Sterling Silver King Edward Scalloped Cheese Scoop Monogram
By Whiting Manufacturing Company
Located in Dayton, OH
Whiting sterling silver cheese scoop in the King Edward pattern (designed by Charles Osborne, first
Category
1920s Edwardian Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
$135 Sale Price
25% Off
Whiting Sterling Silver 1911 Pitcher Jug in Art Deco Style
By Whiting Manufacturing Company
Located in New York, NY
Whiting sterling silver pitcher in elegant, Art Deco style from 1911, with an engraving dedicated
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Gorham Sterling Silver Pitcher or Jug
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Gorham sterling silver pitcher or jug.
Category
Early 20th Century American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Old Orange Blossom by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 60 pcs Dinner
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Stunning Dinner Size Old Orange Blossom by Alvin (Gorham) sterling silver flatware set, 60 pieces
Category
Early 1900s Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Old Orange Blossom by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 40 pcs Dinner
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Stunning Dinner Size Old Orange Blossom by Gorham (Alvin) sterling silver flatware set, 40 pieces
Category
Early 1900s Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Silver Plated Victorian Figural Napkin Ring, "Goldminer" American Circa 1909
Located in Incline Village, NV
attesting to it's age and provenance, and the fact that the Van Burgh Silver Company was commissioned, and
Category
Early 1900s American Victorian Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver Plate
Art Nouveau - Style Sterling Silver Pedestal, Based Vase by Gorham
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in New York, NY
Art Nouveau-Style, sterling silver, pedestal-based vase, Gorham Mfg. Company, Providence, Rhode
Category
1920s American Art Nouveau Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Whiting Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Honeysuckle Berry Spoon 69g
By Whiting Manufacturing Company
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique W.W. Child Whiting Manufacturing Company sterling silver .925 casserole berry or citrus
Category
1870s Art Nouveau Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
$225 Sale Price
25% Off
Set 5 Antique Whiting Aesthetic Sterling Silver Seahorse Cocktail Seafood Forks
By Whiting Manufacturing Company
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A set of 5 fine antique seafood forks.
In sterling silver.
By Whiting.
Each fork's handle is
Category
Late 19th Century American Aesthetic Movement Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Art nouveau sterling silver bowl, United States circa 1890.
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Milan, IT
Art Nouveau sterling silver bowl, round shape. The repoussé decoration is in purest Art Nouveau
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Tiffany
Company Antique Aesthetic Period Vegetable server
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1910 Tiffany & Company Aesthetic Period Vegetable Server, measuring 6 3/4 inches in length, a
Category
Early 1900s American Aesthetic Movement Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Honeysuckle by Whiting Sterling Silver Flatware Service Set Scarce c1870
By Whiting Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Honeysuckle by Whiting, circa 1870, sterling silver Flatware set - 40 pieces (including Mother of
Category
Late 18th Century Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Old Orange Blossom by Alvin Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service 110 pc Lunch
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Beautiful Old Orange Blossom by Alvin sterling silver flatware set, 110 pieces. This set includes
Category
Early 1900s Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Grape Shears, Whiting Manufacturing Art Nouveau Vine Pattern
By Whiting Manufacturing Company
Located in New York, NY
Sterling Silver Grape Shears by Whiting Manufacturing in Art Nouveau Vine Pattern. Measurements; 7
Category
Early 19th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Gorham Pierced Sterling Silver Heart Shaped Basket
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Gorham pierced sterling silver heart shaped basket.
Category
19th Century American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
19th Century Victorian English Sterling Silver Mustard Pot with Liner and Spoon
By Harrison Fisher
Company
Located in Chicago, IL
This charming little 19th Century Victorian mustard pot was made by Harrison Fisher in Sheffield, England, hallmarked. The pot is decorated on the lid and contains a red glass liner ...
Category
19th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Gorham Sterling Silver American Figural Tea Urn
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
19th century Gorham sterling silver figural tea urn. It's Atlas (or Hercules) holding the world. 64
Category
19th Century American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Yerba Buena by Vanderslice Sterling Silver Flatware Set 41 Pcs California Silver
By W. K. Vanderslice
Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Rare "Yerba Buena" by Vanderslice circa 1865 California Silver Flatware set of 41 pieces. This set
Category
Mid-19th Century Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique American Art Deco Sterling Silver Tea Coffee Service Richard Dimes 1925
By Richard Dimes Company
Located in Portland, OR
A very elegant antique American Art Deco Sterling Silver 9 piece tray tea & coffee set, made by
Category
1920s American Art Deco Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Lily of the Valley by Whiting Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 120 pc Dinner
By Whiting Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Gorgeous Art Nouveau dinner size Lily of the Valley by Whiting c1885 sterling silver flatware set
Category
19th Century Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Neoclassical Sterling Silver Mug/Cup by The Whiting Mfg. Co.
By Whiting Manufacturing Company
Located in New York, NY
Neoclassical, sterling silver mug/cup, Providence, Rhode Island, Ca. 1880's, Whiting Mfg. Co
Category
1880s American Neoclassical Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver, Gold
Japanese by Whiting Sterling Silver Flatware Set 8 Service 58 pc Aesthetic Birds
By Whiting Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Rare Japanese by Whiting, circa 1874, sterling silver flatware set - 58 pieces. This Japonesque
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
1895 Pompadour by Whiting Gorham Patented American Sterling Silver Punch Ladle
By Gorham Manufacturing Company, Whiting Manufacturing Company
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
1895 patented American sterling silver punch ladle, Pompadour by Whiting Gorham. Softly gilded bowl
Category
1890s American Victorian Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Aesthetic Movement Sterling Silver Business/Calling Card Case In Original Box
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in New York, NY
Lovely, Aesthetic Movement, sterling silver, bright cut, business/calling card case, Gorham
Category
1870s American Aesthetic Movement Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Grecian by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Service Rare circa 1861 Early 101 pcs
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Superb Grecian by Gorham, circa 1861, sterling silver flatware set - 101 pieces. This is an
Category
1890s American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Cambridge Blown Glass Flower Petal Sterling Silver Overlay Trinket Candy Dish
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Cambridge Blown Glass Flower Petal Sterling Silver Overlay Trinket Candy Dish. Item
Category
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Set of 6 Sterling Silver Ice Tea Spoons by Gorham "Tipt" Pattern 1832
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in valatie, NY
Set of 6 Sterling Silver Ice Tea Spoons by Gorham Tipt Pattern 1832. The mark on the reverse dates
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Violet by Whiting-Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 34 Pieces
By Gorham Manufacturing Company, Whiting Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Violet by Whiting-Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware set - 34 pieces. This set includes:
8 Knives
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Angelo by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 75 pcs Dinner
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Exceedingly rare Dinner and Luncheon size Angelo by Gorham, circa 1870, sterling silver Flatware
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Victorian Period, Sterling Silver Mustache Cup by Gorham
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Period, sterling silver mustache cup, Gorham manufacturing Corp., Providence, Rhode
Category
1890s American Victorian Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Rare Sterling Silver Art Nouveau Gorham Martele Footed Inkstand with Hinged Lid
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in New York, NY
Fabulous, rare, sterling silver (.950) Art Nouveau, Martele inkstand with ball feet and hinged lid
Category
1890s American Art Nouveau 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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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