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Circa 1888-1916 Richard Klemm, Dresden Quatrefoil Demitasse Cup
Saucer
By Dresden Porcelain
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1888-1916 Richard Klemm, Dresden quatrefoil demitasse cup & saucer. Fully marked. Porcelain
Category
Late 19th Century German Art Nouveau Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Porcelain, Paint
Circa 1888-1916 Richard Klemm, Dresden Quatrefoil Demitasse Cup
Saucer
By Dresden Porcelain
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1888-1916 Richard Klemm, Dresden quatrefoil demitasse cup & saucer. Fully marked. Porcelain
Category
Late 19th Century German Art Nouveau Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Porcelain, Paint
Horn Beaker or Stirrup Cup with Internal Copper and Glass Base Made in England
Located in London, GB
A beautiful decorative Horn Beaker or cup with wonderful decorative markings, benefitting from and
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Copper, Silver, Tin
Set of 3 Antique 19th Century English Horn Stirrup Cups
Located in Pearland, TX
A fine set of three 19th-Century English Victorian graduated polished horn stirrup cups
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Bone
English Vintage Mustache Tea Cup for Collection
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
It's a true curiosity: an old and nice English tea cup for mustache.
There is another one with
Category
Late 19th Century English Belle Époque Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Porcelain
$256 Sale Price
38% Off
Royal Doulton Lord Nelson Memorial Large Stoneware Loving Cup Centerpiece
By Royal Doulton
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
This is a fine quality and wonderfully decorative large loving cup made by Royal Doulton to
Category
Early 20th Century English Late Victorian Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Ceramic
Antique Spode Porcelain Hand Painted Ornithological Duck Cup
Saucer
By Spode
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique English Georgian hand painted porcelain cup & saucer.
By Spode.
Pattern no. 1803
Category
Early 19th Century British Neoclassical Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Porcelain
William III Britannia Standard Dram Cup Made in London by Nathaniel Lock, 1698
By Nathaniel Lock
Located in London, GB
A Very Fine & Rare William III Britannia Standard Dram Cup Made in London in 1698 by Nathaniel Lock
Category
17th Century English Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Silver
Vienna Porcelain - Rococo Cup and Saucer, late 18th century
Located in DELFT, NL
Vienna Porcelain Coffee or Mokka Cup and Saucer with floral decoration.
Product of the Vienna
Category
Late 18th Century Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Porcelain
Vienna Porcelain - Rococo Cup and Saucer, late 18th century
Located in DELFT, NL
Vienna Porcelain Coffee or Mokka Cup and Saucer with floral decoration.
Product of the Vienna
Category
Late 18th Century Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Porcelain
Secession Hans Ofner/Josef Hoffmann egg cups
By Hans Ofner, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Secession Hans Ofner/Josef Hoffmann egg cups in original condition with patina. Salt and pepper
Category
Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Alpaca
André Leboeuf, Porcelain Cup and Saucer - late 18th century, Paris
By Porcelaine de Paris
Located in DELFT, NL
Cup and saucer, attributed to the Parisian Manufacture à la Reine rue Thiroux.
ca 1785-1790
Category
Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Porcelain
Very Rare Form Worcester Chocolate Cup and Saucer, c1775
By 1st Period Worcester Dr. Wall
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Very Rare Form Worcester Chocolate Cup and Saucer, c1775
Additional information:
Date : 1765-85
Category
18th Century English George III Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Porcelain
Tall Vintage Sharing Sundae Cup, English, Art Glass, Dessert Server, Circa 1930
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage sharing sundae cup. An English, art glass dessert server, dating to the early
Category
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Art Glass
Boin-Taburet
Faberge, - 8pc. 950 Sterling Tea Set + 6 Faberge Espresso Cups
By Boin-Taburet
Located in Wilmington, DE
Direct from Paris, A Magnificent 8-piece Sterling Silver Tea Set by one of France's Premier French
Category
1890s French Louis XVI Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Sterling Silver
Late 18th Century Pewter Wine Beaker or Cup, Denmark
By Wiggers
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Large Danish Pewter beaker or cup for wine or beer, Denmark Circa 1790-1810
The cup is marked with
Category
Late 18th Century Danish Empire Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Pewter
$316 Sale Price
20% Off
Late 19th Century Gaudy Welsh "Burma" Pattern Cup and Saucer
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Late 19th century Gaudy Welsh "Burma" pattern cup & saucer. An exceptional example. Distinctive
Category
Late 19th Century Other Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Porcelain
$100 Sale Price / set
39% Off
Wedgwood Pale Blue Jasperware Coffee Cup and Saucer Set
By Wedgwood
Located in New Orleans, LA
Crafted by Wedgwood, this exquisite and rare assembled coffee cup and saucer set are comprised of
Category
18th Century English Neoclassical Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Ceramic
Camille Le Tallec Gilded Porcelain Signed Cups Empire-Style Set
Located in Roma, IT
Camille Le Tallec Gilded Porcelain Cups Empire-Style Set
Spectacular set of ornately gilt service
Category
Early 20th Century Empire Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Porcelain
Twelve Royal Copenhagen Golden Basket Bouillon Cups with Saucers
Located in København, Copenhagen
Twelve Royal Copenhagen Golden Basket bouillon cups with saucers.
Model number 595/9571.
Dated
Category
Late 19th Century Danish Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Italian Doccia Topographical Porcelain Neoclassical Cup and Saucer
By Doccia Porcelain
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine antique Italian Doccia Topographical porcelain neoclassical cup & saucer.
By Doccia
Category
Early 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Porcelain
A scarce collection of three Japanese Meiji ice cup drinking glasses
Located in Bishop
s Stortford, Hertfordshire
These glasses were made during the Meiji period into the Taisho period between 1868 and 1930 however from the wear and finish we believe these to be earlier examples.
The hand-blown ...
Category
19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Blown Glass
Six Antique Bing
Grøndahl Coffee Cups with Saucers, 1870s
Located in København, Copenhagen
Six antique Bing & Grøndahl coffee cups with saucers. 1870s.
The cup measures: 8 x 6.5 cm.
Saucer
Category
1870s Danish Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Signed 18th Century Sevres Porcelain Floral Cornflower Cup
Saucer
By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique French porcelain cup & saucer pair.
By Sevres.
In a blue Cornflower pattern.
Each
Category
1790s French Neoclassical Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Porcelain
English Rare Creamware Pottery Initialled Fox Head Stirrup Cup
Located in Bishop
s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A charming and rare antique English creamware pottery fox head stirrup cup probably dating from
Category
1790s English George III Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Pottery
Set of Six Bird Coffee Cup Trios
By Flight, Barr
Barr Worcester
Located in New York, NY
Set of six bird coffee cup trios. Strikingly modern looking antique set of six FB&B Worcester trios
Category
Late 18th Century English Empire Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Porcelain
$3,850 / set
Meissen, Germany, Green Ivy Vine, three coffee cups with saucers.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Meissen, Germany, Green Ivy Vine, three coffee cups with saucers. Hand-painted.
1920s/30s.
Marked
Category
1920s German Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Porcelain
19th Century Biedermeier Period Topographical Porcelain Cup and Saucer
Located in Nuernberg, DE
produced. Saucer is approx. 5 1/4" in diameter, the cup is approximate 3 5/8" high, 3 5/8" deep and 3" at
Category
Mid-19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Biscuit Caddy in a Form of a Barrel with Attached Drinking Cup on a Top
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique biscuit caddy in a form of a barrel with attached drinking cup on a top
Caddy has a
Category
Mid-19th Century Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Sterling Silver
Tobacco Leaf Pattern Plate, Cup and Saucer
By Copeland
Garrett Spode
Located in New York, NY
Tobacco leaf pattern plate, cup and saucer. Copeland and Garrett tobacco leaf/cabbage leaf
Category
Early 19th Century English Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Porcelain
Eira Espresso Cups and Saucers Set by Raija Uosikkinen, Arabia, 1960s
By Raija Uosikkinen, Arabia
Located in Stockholm, SE
6 Espressocups and saucers of model Eira designed by Raija Liisa Uosikkinen at Arabia. The cups are
Category
Mid-19th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Porcelain
$617 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Bing
Grøndahl Blue Fluted pattern. Five coffee cups with saucers.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Bing & Grøndahl Blue Fluted pattern.
Five coffee cups with saucers. Rare and early model.
Model
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Porcelain
Two Blue Onion egg cups with spoons. Approx. 1920s/30s
Located in København, Copenhagen
Two Blue Onion egg cups with spoons in porcelain.
Hand-painted.
Approximately from the 1920s/30s
Category
1920s Unknown Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Porcelain
Collection of Five 19th Century Sponge Ware Custard Cups
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This collection of five 19th century sponge ware pottery custard cups ate in good condition.
Category
Late 19th Century American Adirondack Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Pottery
$1,196 Sale Price
20% Off
LCT Tiffany Favrile, Rare Glass Shot Cup in Iridescent /Gold Glass
By Tiffany Furnaces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful and rare glass shot, in iridescent gold glass, signed (LCT) and numbered D 451.
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Glass
Ancient Maiolica Cup, Rubati Manufacture, Milan, Circa 1770 - 1780
By Pasquale Rubati
Located in Milano, IT
Sick cup
Pasquale Rubati Manufacture
Milan, Circa 1770 - 1780
Maiolica decorated in polychrome
Category
1770s Italian Rococo Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Maiolica
19th Century Paris Porcelain Cabinet Cup grissaile sheeps pastoral scene Rococo
By Dresden Porcelain, Porcelaine de Paris, Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur (KPM), Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres, Meissen Porcelain
Located in Wommelgem, VAN
Antique French Paris porcelain cabinet cup and saucer with ring handle
The cup is contains a
Category
19th Century French Rococo Revival Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Porcelain
18th Century Porcelain Cabinet Cup and Saucer Empire Directoire French porcelain
By Porcelaine de Paris, Meissen Porcelain, Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres, Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur (KPM), Dresden Porcelain
Located in Wommelgem, VAN
Antique French Paris porcelain cabinet cup and saucer with figural griffin handle
The cup is
Category
18th Century French Directoire Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Gold Leaf
$2,137 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Majolica Chick Egg Cup George Dreyfus, Circa 1890
By George Dreyfus
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica chick egg cup signed George Dreyfus Paris Circa 1890.
Category
1890s French Rustic Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Ceramic, Faience
Meissen - 4 cups and saucers
Strohblumenmuster
, Marcolini period 1774-1814
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in DELFT, NL
Set of 4 cups and saucers in the beloved strawflower or Strohblumenmuster.
Reliefdecor
Category
Late 18th Century German Louis XVI Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Porcelain
Antique RS Prussia Porcelain Chocolate Pot With 5 Demitasse Cups c1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique RS Prussia Porcelain Chocolate Pot With 5 Demitasse Cups Signed C1920
Pitcher 8 1/8" x 4" x
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Porcelain
$360 Sale Price / set
20% Off
A Chamberlain Worcester Sir John Hullock Breakfast Cup
Saucer
By Chamberlains Worcester
Located in Exeter, GB
A fine and rare Chamberlain Worcester 'Baden' shape breakfast cup and saucer decorated in pattern
Category
19th Century British Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Porcelain
$712 Sale Price
20% Off
Rare KPM Berlin Silhouette Cup
Saucer, Cobalt Blue
Gold, ca. 1800
By Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur (KPM)
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
A rare and exquisite silhouette cabinet cup and saucer made by Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur (KPM
Category
Early 1800s German Empire Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Porcelain
1920 Bohemian Crystal Set of five Cups and Jug Gold Leaf Paint
By Bohemia
Located in Schöfflisdorf, CH
1920 Bohemian crystal set of five cups and jug gold leaf paint.
The jug is 20 cm high the cups 4 cm
Category
1920s Czech Jugendstil Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Crystal, Gold Leaf
Antique 19th Century English Hound’s Head Porcelain Stirrup Cup with Stand
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique 19th century English porcelain stirrup cup in the shape of a hound’s head. Stirrup cups
Category
19th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Porcelain
Two Splendid Meissen Cups, Cobalt With Watteau Painting
Gold Decoration, 19th
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Vienna, AT
Excellent pieces from the Meissen manufactory from the 19th century:
Two cups and saucers with
Category
1860s German Rococo Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Porcelain
Sèvres - Louis Philippe - Cup and Saucer
Capraire
, early 19th century
Located in DELFT, NL
Sèvres porcelain cup and saucer from rom the 'Service fond beau blue, frise capraire en or' of the
Category
Early 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Porcelain
Samson - Porcelain Cup and Saucer decor
Aux Barbeaux
- late19th century French
By Porcelaine de Paris
Located in DELFT, NL
Cup and saucer in the style of Chantilly porcelain, bearing faux Chantilly marks, attributed to the
Category
Late 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Porcelain
19th Century, Old Paris Gilt Porcelain Floral Cup
Saucer Set
Located in Atlanta, GA
This remarkable 19th-century Old Paris gilt porcelain cup and saucer set embodies the timeless
Category
19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Porcelain
Antique English Chelsea Style Porcelain Chocolate Cup
Saucer Birds of Paradise
By Meissen Porcelain, Chelsea Porcelain, Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique English porcelain chocolate cup and saucer pair.
In the Chelsea Porcelain style
Category
Early 20th Century British Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Porcelain
"Royal Copenhagen Model 471: Elegant Bowl for 6 Egg Cups"
By Royal Copenhagen
Located in Lejre, DK
An elegant and unique Royal Copenhagen Blue Fluted bowl, model 471, designed to hold six egg cups
Category
1920s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Pair of Paris Porcelain Gilded Coffee Cups and Saucers
By Porcelaine de Paris
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
- painted with gilt decoration throughout. Dating from the early 19th century, the cups have
Category
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Porcelain
Ashworth for Richard Briggs Hand Painted Ironstone Cup
Saucer, 1862-1891
By Ashworth Ironstone
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Antique ironstone set of cup and saucer feature hand-painted decor with abstract geometric borders
Category
19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Gold
Set of Six Paris Porcelain Angel Wing Cups
By Limoges
Located in New York, NY
Set of six Paris Porcelain angel wing cups. Vintage set of six large cups and saucers of classical
Category
Early 20th Century French Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Chinese Tea/Coffee Cup Flowers Yonzheng Porcelain
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A nice Imari Rose coffee cup with beautiful flower scene. Qing Dynasty – Qing Period.
Additional
Category
17th Century Chinese Qing Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Porcelain
$78 Sale Price
45% Off
Worcester Porcelain Queen
s Pattern Fluted Coffee Cup and Saucer c1775
By 1st Period Worcester Dr. Wall
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Heading : Worcester porcelain Queen's pattern coffee cup and saucer
Date : c1775
Period : George
Category
1770s British George III Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Porcelain
Worcester Porcelain Queens Pattern Fluted Coffee Cup and Saucer c1775
By 1st Period Worcester Dr. Wall
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Heading : Worcester porcelain Queen's pattern coffee cup and saucer
Date : c1775
Period : George
Category
1770s British George III Antique Silver Cups
Materials
Porcelain
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Antique Silver Cups For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of antique silver cups is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct antique silver cups — often made from metal, silver and ceramic — can elevate any home. Antique silver cups have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique silver cups are generally popular furniture pieces, but Victorian, Georgian and Neoclassical styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Antique silver cups have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Meissen Porcelain, Tiffany
Co. and Royal Copenhagen are consistently popular.
How Much are Antique Silver Cups?
The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $1,450, while they’re typically $23 on the low end and $340,277 highest priced.
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 Cups
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024Yes, some silver-plated antique silverware may be worth something. Antique pieces are 100 years old or older, and because of their age, pieces in good condition may be sought after by collectors due to their rarity. The maker, style and type will also impact the potential resale value. In terms of value as scrap metal, antique silver-plated silverware usually isn't worth much because silver plate is made only from a small amount of pure silver. To get an estimated value for your silverware, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. Explore a wide range of antique silverware on 1stDibs.
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