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Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Claret Jug / Ewer / Pitcher 1869 Wine / Water
By Samuel Smily
Located in London, GB
An elegant Antique Victorian solid Silver Wine / Claret Jug decorated with a beautiful chased
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Ewers

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Omar Ramsden Sterling Silver Arts Crafts Jug / Pitcher / Ewer 1932
By Omar Ramsden
Located in London, GB
A substantial Sterling Silver Jug by Omar Ramsden. This Silver Arts & Crafts style Silver Pitcher
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Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Antique Silver Ewers

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique William IV Sterling Silver Jug / Ewer / Pitcher 1831 Water Serving
By Charles Fox
Located in London, GB
A magnificent antique William IV solid Silver Jug with an elegant shaped body. The Jug is
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19th Century English William IV Antique Silver Ewers

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique George II Sterling Silver Jug / Ewer / Pitcher 1752 Beer / Water
By Thomas Whipham I
Located in London, GB
An antique George II Sterling Silver Jug in a Classic baluster shape. The Jug stands on a low
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Mid-18th Century English George II Antique Silver Ewers

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Austrian Solid Silver-Gilt and Enamel Ewer, Ludwig Politzer, circa 1890
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique late 19th century Austrian exceptional solid silver-gilt and enamel ewer, standing on a
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19th Century Austrian Antique Silver Ewers

Materials

Enamel, Silver

19th Century English Silver Plate Ewer Lipped Tankard, Martin Hall
Located in London, GB
A very attractive silver plate ewer in the Classic English style with fabulous engraved and
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Silver Ewers

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Chinese Export Wang Hing Solid Silver Massive Wine Ewer, circa 1890
By Wang Hing Co.
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th century Chinese Export solid silver wine ewer, impressive and exceptionally fine, of
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19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Silver Ewers

Materials

Silver

Antique Victorian Massive Solid Silver Cellini Ewer Jug, S Smith, circa 1874
By Stephen Smith
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th century Victorian solid silver "Cellini" pattern ewer, the pattern is so called in
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Ewers

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian English Cut Crystal Silver Plated Wine Ewer Claret Jug Pitcher
Located in Dublin, Ireland
ewer claret jug of outstanding quality and generous proportions. Third quarter of the nineteenth
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Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Silver Ewers

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver

Victorian Silver-Gilt Pair of Wine Ewers by Elkington Co, circa 1878
By Elkington Co.
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th century Victorian magnificent pair of solid silver-gilt wine ewers. Amphora shaped, on
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Ewers

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of Silver and Crystal Ewers with Floral Decoration, 19th Century
Located in Paris, FR
Pair of late 19th century crystal ewers framed with silver. Each crystal paunch is intricately
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1880s Antique Silver Ewers

Materials

Crystal, Silver

Antique Victorian Silver Crystal Claret Jug Ewer Daniel Charles Houle, 1875
Located in London, GB
A superb antique neoclassical Victorian sterling silver and crystal claret jug, with hallmarks for
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Late 19th Century Antique Silver Ewers

Pair Antique German Silver Glass Claret Jugs c. 1890 Wine Decanter Ewer
Located in London, GB
A pair of elegant solid Silver & Glass Claret Jugs. Both the Glass Bodies and Silver Necks of the
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19th Century German Antique Silver Ewers

Materials

Silver

Pair Antique German Silver Glass Claret Jugs / Wine Decanters / Ewers c. 1890
Located in London, GB
A pair of beautiful Antique German silver & glass Claret Jugs with an elegant fluted cut glass body
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19th Century European Antique Silver Ewers

Materials

Silver

Pair of Antique French Silver Jugs / Ewers circa 1890 Water Jug Serving
Located in London, GB
A pair of magnificent antique French silver jugs in an elegant flared octagonal shape and each
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19th Century French Antique Silver Ewers

Materials

Silver

Antique Victorian English Sterling Silver Gilt Wine Ewer Claret Jug Pitcher 1872
Located in Dublin, Ireland
Stunning Traditional Form English sterling silver gilt interior Victorian wine ewer claret jug of
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Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Silver Ewers

Materials

Sterling Silver

Victorian Grape and Vine Sterling Silver Wine Ewer by Alexander Macrae in 1857
By Alexander MacRae
Located in London, London
silver wine ewer, features cast and applied grape and vine decoration, a plain body, and a vine handle
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1850s English Victorian Antique Silver Ewers

Materials

Sterling Silver

19th Century Russian Solid Silver Enamel Wine Ewer, Gustav Klingert circa 1890
By Gustav Klingert
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique late 19th century Russian solid silver and enamel large wine jug, of baluster form
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19th Century Russian Antique Silver Ewers

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Antique 19th Century Chinese Solid Silver Wine Ewer Luen Wo Shanghai, circa 1890
By Luen Wo
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Descriptiont Antique 19th century Chinese rare and exceptional solid silver wine ewer, impressive
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Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Silver Ewers

Materials

Silver

Antique Victorian Silver and Crystal Claret Jug Ewer W G Sissons, 1864
By William and George Sissons
Located in London, GB
A superb antique Victorian sterling silver mounted and crystal claret jug, with hallmarks for
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1860s English Victorian Antique Silver Ewers

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique 19th Century Rare German Solid Silver Pair of Monumental Figural Ewers
By J.D. Schleissner Söhne 1
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th century rare and magnificent pair of German solid silver caquesseitao aquamaniles
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1890s German Renaissance Antique Silver Ewers

Materials

Silver

Antique 19th Century Rare German Solid Silver Pair of Monumental Figural Ewers
By J.D. Schleissner Söhne 1
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th century rare and magnificent pair of German solid silver caquesseitao aquamaniles
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1890s German Renaissance Antique Silver Ewers

Materials

Silver

Antique Victorian Silver and Cut Glass Claret Jug / Wine Decanter Ewer, 1900
By Goldsmiths Silversmiths Co. Ltd.
Located in London, GB
An elegant antique Victorian silver mounted cut glass Claret Jug. This Wine Jug has a cut glass
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Early 20th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Ewers

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Rare Regency Solid Silver Exceptional Figural Ewer, J Hayne, circa 1829
By Jonathan Hayne
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th century rare and exceptional Regency solid silver figural wine ewer, extremely large
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19th Century English Regency Antique Silver Ewers

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Silver Glass Engraved Claret Jug Wine Ewer England 1881
By Henry Wilkinson Co.
Located in London, GB
This exceptional Antique Victorian Silver & Glass Claret Jug has a finely etched body depicting a
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1880s English Neoclassical Revival Antique Silver Ewers

Materials

Sterling Silver

French Solid Silver Exceptional Figural Ewer and Basin, Paris, circa 1880
By Ferry
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th century French large solid silver figural ewer and basin, raised on a circular foot
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19th Century French Antique Silver Ewers

Materials

Silver

Antique French Solid Silver Exceptional Figural Ewer Basin, Paris, circa 1880
By Ferry
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th century French exceptionally large solid silver figural ewer & basin, raised on a
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19th Century French Antique Silver Ewers

Materials

Silver

Antique French Solid Silver Exceptional Figural Ewer Basin, Paris, circa 1880
By Ferry
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th century French exceptionally large solid silver figural ewer and basin, raised on a
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19th Century French Antique Silver Ewers

Materials

Silver

19th Century Austrian Solid Silver and Enamel Ewer, Hermann Bohm, circa 1880
By Hermann Böhm
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique late 19th century Austrian solid silver & enamel ewer, of traditional shape, standing on a
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19th Century Austrian Antique Silver Ewers

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Antique 19thC Chinese Export Solid Silver Water Ewer, Hoaching, Canton c.1860
By Wo Hing Hoaching
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique mid-19th Century Chinese Export Solid Silver water ewer, intricately decorated with chased
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19th Century Chinese Other Antique Silver Ewers

Materials

Silver

Antique Victorian Silver and Engraved Crystal Claret Jug Ewer Martin Hall, 1868
Located in London, GB
A large and magnificent antique Victorian Sterling Silver and engraved crystal claret jug, with
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Mid-19th Century Antique Silver Ewers

Antique Victorian Silver Etched Glass Fox Hunting Claret Jug Wine Ewer 1887
Located in London, GB
A rare Antique Victorian Silver & Etched Glass Claret Jug with a Sterling Silver neck, handle and
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Ewers

Materials

Sterling Silver

Victorian Sterling Silver Wine Ewer Pair of Goblets in Original Box from 1895
By William Hutton Sons
Located in London, London
silver Wine Ewer and pair of goblets, feature fluted decoration and bead borders, with gilt interiors to
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1890s English Queen Anne Antique Silver Ewers

Materials

Sterling Silver

Louis Coignet 1895 Paris French Wine Crystal Ewer Pitcher In 950 Sterling Silver
By Louis Coignet 1, Louis Coignet 1
Located in Miami, FL
Wine ewer pitcher designed by Louis Coignet (1893-1928). Magnificent wine ewer, created in Paris
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1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Silver Ewers

Materials

Crystal, Silver, Sterling Silver

Wedgwood Black Basalt Ewers
By Wedgwood
Located in New Orleans, LA
ewers epitomizes the quality and creativity of renowned Wedgwood designer John Flaxman. Meant to hold
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19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Silver Ewers

Materials

Bronze

Moser Amber Glass Ewer
By Moser
Located in New Orleans, LA
Charming, brightly colored enamel decoration distinguishes this exquisite amber glass ewer by Moser
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19th Century Czech Bohemian Antique Silver Ewers

Materials

Enamel

Victoria Albert Museum Ewer by Elkington Co
By Elkington Co.
Located in New Orleans, LA
, the Pioneer and perfecter of the electroplating process, Elkington & Co., created this ewer for the
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19th Century English Rococo Antique Silver Ewers

Materials

Silver

Antique French Solid Silver Exceptional Figural Ewer and Basin, Paris circa 1880
By Ferry
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th century French large solid silver figural ewer and basin, raised on a circular foot
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19th Century French Antique Silver Ewers

Materials

Silver

Antique 19th Century Austrian Solid Silver-Gilt Enamel Rock Crystal Ewer Stand
By Ludwig Politzer
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th century, Austrian Rock crystal and enamelled solid silver-gilt ewer and stand, the
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19th Century Austrian Antique Silver Ewers

Materials

Silver

Antique 19th Century Indian Cutch Solid Silver Water Ewer, Vishnu Kishore c.1880
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique late 19th Century Indian (Cutch) hand crafted solid silver large ewer, extremely heavy
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19th Century Indian Other Antique Silver Ewers

Materials

Silver

19th Century Austrian Silver-Gilt, Rock Crystal Enamel Ewer, circa 1870
By Hermann Ratzersdorfer
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th century Austrian exceptional solid silver gilt, enamel, rock crystal, gem set ewer
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Late 19th Century Antique Silver Ewers

19th Century Austrian Solid Silver-Gilt, Enamel Gem-Set Ewers, circa 1880
By Hermann Ratzersdorfer
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th century Austrian exceptional solid silver-gilt, enamel and gem set pair of ewers
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19th Century Austrian Antique Silver Ewers

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Enamel, Silver

A pair of Napoleon III Period Silvered Bronze Ewers with Griotte Marble Bases.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A pair of Napoleon III period silvered bronze ewers with griotte marble bases. A pair of Napoleon
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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Silver Ewers

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Royal Vienna Ewer, 19th Century
By Royal Vienna Porcelain
Located in Doylestown, PA
A lovely mid to late 19th century Royal Vienna ewer in deep blue glaze with a pictorial panel
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Late 19th Century Austrian Antique Silver Ewers

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century French Copper Ewers
Located in Houston, TX
19th Century French copper ewers with Greek key detail and serpent handles.
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19th Century French Antique Silver Ewers

Materials

Copper

Large Amphora Secessionist Style Ewer
Located in San Francisco, CA
Unusually large and unusual design on this earthenware ewer. Beautiful colors and form.
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Early 20th Century Austrian Antique Silver Ewers

Materials

Earthenware

19th c. Neoclassical Bronze Ewer
Located in Queens, NY
Italian bronze ewer of the Neoclassical period featuring a bulbous, fluted design and a scrolled
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19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Silver Ewers

Materials

Bronze

Moser Glass and Enamel Ewer
By Moser
Located in New Orleans, LA
ewer by Moser. Applied enamel acorns are surrounded by colorful oak leaves in this highly desirable and
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19th Century Czech Bohemian Antique Silver Ewers

Materials

Enamel

Blue Opaline Ewer And Cup 19th Century
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Blue opaline ewer and cup, 19th Century Set of a ewer and its cup In milky opaline of sky blue
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19th Century European Antique Silver Ewers

Materials

Opaline Glass

c. 1895-1905 Cut Glass Wine Ewer
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
American brilliant cut glass wine ewer with original stopper, circa 1895-1905. Normal foot ring
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Late 19th Century American Aesthetic Movement Antique Silver Ewers

Materials

Cut Glass

Very Fine Naturalistic Engraved Glass Ewer c1880
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Heading : Engraved glass Ewer Period : Victorian Date : c1880 Origin : England Colour : Clear Bowl
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1880s British Victorian Antique Silver Ewers

Materials

Blown Glass

Antique William IV Wine Ewer Claret Jug London, England 1834
Located in London, GB
A beautiful Antique William IV Sterling Silver Wine Ewer / Claret Jug in an elegant Rococo style
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19th Century English William IV Antique Silver Ewers

Materials

Sterling Silver

Wedgwood Cobalt Majolica Wine Water Ewers
By Wedgwood
Located in New Orleans, LA
This breathtaking pair of wine and water ewers are made after models by John Flaxman. These
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19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Silver Ewers

Materials

Majolica

Antique Hand Thrown Earthenware Ewer 19thC
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique hand thrown earthenware ewer offers matte black glaze with vermillion red incised design
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19th Century Antique Silver Ewers

Materials

Pottery

Early Venetian Glass Ewer by Salviati
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A sparkling Murano glass Ewer flecked featuring metallic copper and white glass threads with clear
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19th Century Italian Antique Silver Ewers

Materials

Blown Glass

18th Century French Moustiers Faience Ewer
Located in Winter Park, FL
A small 18th century French Moustiers faience ewer with an unusual pierced dome lid. Delicate hand
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18th Century French French Provincial Antique Silver Ewers

Materials

Faience

Four Elements Porcelain Ewers by Meissen
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in New Orleans, LA
This extremely rare and important set of Meissen ewers represents the Four Elements: Earth, Air
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18th Century German Rococo Antique Silver Ewers

Materials

Porcelain

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Antique Silver Ewers For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of antique silver ewers is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, silver and sterling silver, all antique silver ewers available were constructed with great care. Antique silver ewers have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Victorian, Georgian and Empire antique silver ewers are consistently popular styles. Goldsmiths Silversmiths Co. Ltd., Ferry and William Clarke Shaw each produced beautiful antique silver ewers that are worth considering.

How Much are Antique Silver Ewers?

Antique silver ewers can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $3,950, while the lowest priced sells for $380 and the highest can go for as much as $35,578.

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 Ewers
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    What 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, 2023
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Whether 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Silver-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, 2022
    Antique 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, 2024
    To 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    What 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Antique 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sterling 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    Antique silver is a type of silver that is at least a century old. Find a diverse range of intricately designed, elegant antique silver decorative objects and more on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    Whether 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, 2024
    Yes, some antique sterling silver is valuable. Sterling silver of any age has value as a material because it is a precious metal. Some pieces may be worth even more than the going rate for sterling due to their maker, style, type and condition. Some silversmiths whose pieces are often in demand among collectors include Tiffany Co., Georg Jensen, Gorham Manufacturing Company and Towle. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of antique sterling silver wares.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Whether 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, 2022
    Sterling silver is considered antique if it was made over 100 years ago. Many antique sterling silver items will have a mark or stamp. First, clean the item and check for marks. A “925” mark indicates a silver purity of 92.5 percent, which is the composition of sterling silver. If you don’t see a mark, work with a certified appraiser to acid test the item and determine the silver content. You’ll find expertly vetted antique sterling silver items on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    While antique silver plate can be worth something, it is not usually as valuable compared with contemporary pieces or similar sterling silver antiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if a silver spoon is an antique, seek the assistance of a licensed and experienced appraiser. Many antique pieces lack marks, and it is generally not possible to determine the type and age of metal through a simple visual inspection. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique silver spoons on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    Yes, 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, 2024
    Yes, 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.