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Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Pedestal Based Pierced Cake/Cookie Basket/Platter
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in New York, NY
Art Nouveau, sterling silver, pedestal based, cake/cookie platter/basket, Gorham Manufacturing
Category
1910s American Art Nouveau Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Baltimore Rose by Schofield Sterling Silver Flatware Set 79 pcs most Plain Back
By The Schofield Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Baltimore Rose by Schofield Sterling Silver Flatware set - 79 pieces. Most of the flat handle
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Cambridge by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Service for 12 Set 78 Pieces
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Exquisite Cambridge by Gorham sterling silver flatware set - 78 pieces. This set includes:
12
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
19th Century Sterling Silver Soup or Oyster Stew Ladle Ball Black
Co. New York
By Ball, Black
Company
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A scarce sterling silver ladle, manufactured by Ball, Black & Co., New York, circa 1851-1874
Category
Mid-19th Century American Aesthetic Movement Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Chantilly by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set 8 Service Luncheon, 32 Pieces
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
event.
100% satisfaction guaranteed!
We buy silver. Please inquire.
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Chantilly by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service Luncheon, 65 Pieces
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
every meal into an event.
100% satisfaction guaranteed!
We buy silver. Please inquire.
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Baltimore Rose by Schofield Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 189 Pcs Dinner
By The Schofield Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Superb monumental Baltimore Rose by Schofield sterling silver flatware set - 189 pieces. This
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Chantilly by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set 8 Service Luncheon 78 Pieces
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
every meal into an event.
100% satisfaction guaranteed!
We buy silver. Please inquire.
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Imperial Queen by Whiting Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 167 Pieces Dinner
By Whiting Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Superb Imperial Queen by Whiting sterling silver flatware set - 167 pieces including many fabulous
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Imperial Queen by Whiting Sterling Silver Flatware 12 Set Service 54 Pcs Dinner
By Whiting Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Dinner size imperial queen sterling silver flatware set with shell motif, 54 pieces. This set
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Set of 4 Vanderslice San Francisco, CA Coin Silver Comstock 8 in. Place Spoons
By W. K. Vanderslice
Company
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine set of 4 antique California silver place spoons.
In coin silver.
By Vanderslice.
In the
Category
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver
Madam Jumel by Whiting Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service 190 Pcs Dinner
By Whiting Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Monumental dinner and regular size Madam Jumel by Whiting sterling silver Flatware set, 190 pieces
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Buttercup by Gorham Sterling Silver 12 Service Flatware Set Place Size 113 Pcs
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Monumental place size Buttercup by Gorham sterling silver flatware set - 113 pieces. This set
Category
1890s Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Louis XV by Whiting Sterling Silver Flatware Set for Eight Service 90 Pieces
By Whiting Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Large Louis XV by Whiting Sterling Silver flatware set - 90 pieces. This set includes:
Eight
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Baronial Old by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 120 pc Lion Dinner
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Outstanding Dinner & Luncheon Size Old Baronial by Gorham sterling silver Flatware set with lion
Category
1890s American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Violet by Whiting Sterling Silver Flatware Set For 8 Service 40 Pieces
By Whiting Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Violet by Whiting Sterling Silver Flatware set - 40 pieces. This set includes:
8 Knives, with
Category
Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Etruscan by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set Dinner Service 142 pcs "L" Mono
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Etruscan by Gorham sterling silver flatware set of 142 pieces. This set includes:
12 dinner
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Strasbourg by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 48 Service 304 Pcs Huge
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Strasbourg by Gorham sterling silver flatware set of 304 pieces. This large set includes:
48
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Set of 6 Lenox Art Nouveau Silver Overlay Cup
Saucers
By Lenox
s Ceramic Art Company
Located in Great Barrington, MA
This set of 6 rare shaped hexagonal cups and saucers are made by the Ceramic Art Company, ca. 1887
Category
Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Porcelain
George III Mug Made in Sheffield by Thomas Blagden
Company, 1815
Located in London, GB
A rare George III Mug made in Sheffield in 1815 by Thomas Blagden & Company.
This very rare mug is
Category
19th Century English George III Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver
Meadow by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 176 pieces Dinner
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Exceptional Meadow by Gorham Sterling silver Flatware set - 176 Pieces including many fabulous
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Lady Washington by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service 109 Pcs Dinner
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
.
Rare Martha Washington by Gorham sterling silver flatware set, 109 pieces. This service includes:
12
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Baronial Old by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 120 Pc Lion Dinner
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Monumental dinner and luncheon size old Baronial by Gorham sterling silver flatware set with lion
Category
1890s American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Paris by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set Art Nouveau Cherubs 159 pcs Dinner
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Monumental Paris by Gorham, circa 1900, sterling silver flatware set, 159 pieces. The pattern
Category
Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Louis XV by Gorham Whiting Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 76 Pieces
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Louis XV by Gorham-Whiting sterling silver flatware set of 76 pieces.
This set includes:
12
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Medici Old by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Dinner Service 78 Pieces
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Beautiful Medici Old by Gorham sterling silver Flatware set - 78 pieces. This set includes:
8
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Cottage by Gorham Vermeil Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 64 Pc Din J Mono
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Dinner size cottage by Gorham Vermeil (completely gold-washed) sterling silver flatware set, 64
Category
Mid-19th Century Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
19th Century Silver Plated Repousse Pierced Bowl Vide-Poche with Tavern Scene
Located in Dallas, TX
Crafted in Connecticut circa 1920 by the Barbour Silver Company, this finely detailed bowl is
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver Plate, Copper
Silver Plated Covered Tureen with Deer and Ram Motif, circa 1885, Meriden
By Meriden Britannia Company
Located in Incline Village, NV
base. American company and made circa 1880s. Silver plate is in excellent condition and there are no
Category
1880s American Victorian Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver Plate
Lenox Aesthetic Movement Dinner Service W/ "Prunus" Sterling Silver Gilt Overlay
By Lenox
s Ceramic Art Company
Located in Great Barrington, MA
This amazing service for 12 was made by Ceramic Art Company/ Lenox ca. 1890 and features sterling
Category
1890s American Aesthetic Movement Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Porcelain
Gorham Art Deco Pair of Silver Plated Breakfast Jugs with Raffia Handles
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Prato, Tuscany
technical and historical information to guarantee the authenticity of our objects.
Pair of Art Deco silver
Category
1910s American Art Deco Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver Plate
George III Bread Basket by Nathaniel Smith
Company, Sheffield, 1806
By Nathaniel Smith
Co.
Located in London, GB
An extremely rare & unusual George III antique silver Bread Basket made in Sheffield in 1806 by
Category
19th Century English George III Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Heavy Gauged Sterling Silver Napkin Ring Engraved
Lizzie
By Gorham Manufacturing Company, Tiffany
Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Victorian silver napkin ring.
In a heavy-gauged sterling silver.
With highly
Category
19th Century Victorian Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Gorham Aesthetic Sterling Silver
Mixed Metals Fisherman
Fish Cocktail Fork
By Gorham Manufacturing Company, Tiffany
Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Aesthetic Period figural cocktail fork.
By Gorham.
In sterling silver and other metals
Category
Late 19th Century American Aesthetic Movement Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver, Copper
Eoff&Shepard for Ball, Black Coin Silver Pitcher from 1850s with Natural Motifs
By Eoff
Shepard, Ball, Black
Company
Located in New York, NY
Eoff & Shepard for Ball, Black & Co, coin silver pitcher, made between 1852 and 1861, beautifully
Category
Mid-19th Century American Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver
Rare Indian Colonial Pap Boat Made in Madras by Lowe
Company, circa 1840
Located in London, GB
A Rare Indian Colonial Pap Boat Made in Madras circa 1840 by Lowe & Company
The Pap Boat is
Category
19th Century Indian Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver
Portuguese India Company Porcelain Platter, 18th Century
Located in Lisbon, PT
A refined 18th-century Chinese porcelain platter from Portuguese India Company of the Pink Family
Category
18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Porcelain
$3,387 Sale Price
20% Off
Very Fine Sheffield Tureen by Creswick
Company, England, circa 1880
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Very Fine Sheffield Tureen by Creswick & Company. George III style.
England, Circa 1880
Category
1880s English George III Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique Whiting 5 Piece "Repousse" Sterling Silver Tea Set with Floral Decor
By Whiting Manufacturing Company
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
approximately 1900 and done in a period Victorian style. The set is composed of sterling silver and is done in
Category
Early 20th Century American Late Victorian Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Haviland
Company Limoges Child
s Porcelain Bowl
Plate Ca. 1896
By Haviland
Co.
Located in Fulton, CA
A charming 2 piece set of hand-painted Haviland & Company porcelain child's bowl and plate. Folke
Category
Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Porcelain
Chinese Porcelain Plate From India Company 18th Century
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Europeans. The French, Dutch and British East India companies brought porcelain to Europe.
Category
Mid-18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Porcelain
$172 Sale Price
20% Off
Set of Six Sterling Silver Overlay Service Dinner Plates
By Lenox
s Ceramic Art Company
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A set of elegant sterling silver overlay service plates with the pre-1930 Lenox green mark. This
Category
Early 20th Century American Edwardian Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
$920 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Brownfield
s for Tiffany
Company Porcelain Oyster Plate
By William Brownfield, Tiffany
Co.
Located in Brisbane, QLD
A very fine porcelain oyster plate with gilt seaweed design by English company Brownfields for
Category
19th Century British Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Porcelain
Catalina Vase and set of 11 Juice Glasses by Consolidated Glass Company
Located in Red Lion, PA
design by the Consolidated Glass Company of Coraopolis, Pennsylvania. Designed by the visionary Rubin
Category
1920s American Spanish Colonial Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Glass
Silver Dressing Mirror
By Birmingham
Located in New York, NY
Classic silver dressing table mirror in bowed oval shape with beveled glass, reed wrapped edge and
Category
Early 20th Century English Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver
$7,500
Large Ironstone Serving Platter by Henry Alcock and Company
By Henry Alcock
Located in Bradenton, FL
firm 'Henry Alcock
Co'. On reverse side is company stamp with the words "Florence" and "Parisian
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Ironstone
George Butler
Company 7 Piece Sterling Mounted Sheffield Cased Serving Set
By Sheffield
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fantastic seven piece Sheffield serving set by the famous George Butler & Company. The set
Category
19th Century British Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver Plate
Pair of 18th Century China East India Company Porcelain Plates
Located in PARIS, FR
Pair of 18th century East India Company famille rose porcelain plates with a polychrome and gilded
Category
18th Century Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Porcelain
18th Century Porcelain Tureen Lid by Portuguese India Company
Located in Lisbon, PT
the Portuguese India Company.
Take into account that the colors on the items may vary depending on
Category
18th Century Chinese Baroque Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Porcelain
$1,472 Sale Price
20% Off
English Victorian Oyster Plate Brown-Westhead Moore
Company
Located in Austin, TX
English Victorian Oyster plate signed brown-Westhead Moore & Company.
Initiales on the center.
Category
1890s English Victorian Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Ceramic
An Extremely Rare Pair of Irish Georgian Cork Glass Company Carafes, Circa 1800
By Cork Glass Co.
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
An extremely rare & robust pair of Irish Georgian Cork Glass Company wine carafes.
Both of mallet
Category
Early 19th Century Irish George III Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Glass
Antique Gorham 1 Pint Sterling Silver Art Deco Blimp or Dirigible Quilted Flask
By Tiffany
Co., Frank Lloyd Wright, Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Philadelphia, PA
:
Marked Sterling for silver fineness.
Measurements:
Height: ca. 9 1/8 in.
Width: ca. 4 1/2 in.
Depth: ca
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
George III Bread Basket Made in Sheffield in 1777 by Richard Morton
Company
By Richard Morton
Located in London, GB
This extremely fine George III neoclassical antique sterling silver bread basket was made in
Category
1770s English George III Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
4 Sterling Silver, Tiffany
Co Silver Salts
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Huntington, NY
; with silver marks for Howard & Company. England first quarter 20th century.
Category
Early 19th Century European Edwardian Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Silver
$1,104 Sale Price
43% Off
Silvered And Gilt Figural Table Mirror By Derby Silver Co.
Located in Norwood, NJ
An American Silver-Plate and gilt table mirror 19th century.
In the Rococo taste, the floral and
Category
Late 19th Century American Beaux Arts Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Gold Plate, Silver Plate, Bronze
Art Deco Sterling Mounted Etched Glass Cocktail Mixing Pitcher by Webster
By Webster
Company
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
diagonal lines between a pair of lines, the tapered glass capped with a sterling silver top opening for
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Silver Companies
Materials
Sterling Silver
Signed Simons Brothers Figural Sterling Silver Miniature Teapot Tea Strainer
By Gorham Manufacturing Company, Tiffany
Co., Simons Bros. Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine figural tea strainer.
In sterling silver.
By Simons Bros. of Philadelphia, PA.
In the
Category
Early 20th Century American Edwardian 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 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 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 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 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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