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Set of 4 Cottle Gilt Sterling Silver Egg-Shaped Salt Pepper Shakers Late 19th
By S. Cottle Co.
Located in New York, NY
Set of 4 Cottle gilt sterling silver salt and pepper shakers from the late 19th or early 20th
Category

Late 19th Century American Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Gilt Sterling Silver And Enamel Spoons Set in Box
Located in Long Island City, NY
A vintage gilt sterling silver and enamel spoon set. Presumably of Russian origin. A total of 6
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Sterling Silver

Victorian Sterling Silver Coin Purse
By William Summers 1
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
embellished with a sterling silver gilt border, replicating the formation of the rivets and fleur-de-lis
Category

1870s British Late Victorian Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Sterling Silver

Set of 4 Crested Tiffany Co Gilt Sterling Silver Salt Pepper Shakers
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine set of 4 antique gilt sterling silver salt & pepper shakers. By Tiffany & Co. Each
Category

Early 20th Century American Edwardian Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Sterling Silver, Gold Plate, Gilt Metal

Gilt Silver Pink Enamel Miniature Vase early 20th century Finnish Master
By August Hollming 1
Located in Sweden, SE
condition, minimal wear. Silver, enamel, gilding. Please study good resolution images for cosmetic condition
Category

Early 20th Century Finnish Empire Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver, Enamel

Russian Gilt Silver and Cloisonné Enamel Salt and Spoon
Located in Norton, MA
FINE RUSSIAN ENAMELED SALT AND SPOON Diameter of salt 2 1/16"x2 1/4" H, hallmarked. Spoon, 2 7/8" L 54.8 grams
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19th Century Russian Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Silver, Enamel

A Parcel-Gilt Silver Kovsh, Ovchinnikov, Moscow, 1883
By Pavel Ovchinnikov
Located in Montreal, QC
Parcel-gilt silver kovsh of traditional shape with raised prow, the bowl with repoussé foliate
Category

Late 19th Century Russian Other Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Silver

Antique French Neo-Classical Style Carved Gilt Painted Wood Fragment Table Lamp
Located in Kennesaw, GA
vintage and was completed by B&P in Tennessee. The finish is an antique white and a silver gilt with gold
Category

Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Wood

European Sterling Silver and Enamel Singing Bird Box - Circa 1900
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
; an addition to our ornamental silverware collection. This exceptional antique sterling silver gilt
Category

Early 1900s European Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Hand Painted Secretary
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hand painted and silver gilt secretary with inset original glass mirrored doors and fitted interior.
Category

Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Mirror, Wood, Paint

Our Lady of Sorrows “Head and Legs” with Silver Crown Period: 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
silk with lace; 18th-century silver-gilt crown with radiating rays. Description: A devotional image
Category

19th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Silver

Edwardian Period Continental Silver (.800) Parcel Gilt Ice Cream/Dessert Set
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian Period, Continental silver (.800), parcel gilt ice cream /dessert set, Germany, ca. 1910
Category

1910s German Edwardian Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Gold, Sterling Silver

Swedish Neo-Classical White Painted and Parcel Gilt Settee
Located in Queens, NY
Swedish Neo-Classical Settee with a carved wooden frame, painted white and parcel silver gilt, with
Category

19th Century Swedish Dutch Colonial Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Wood, Fabric, Giltwood, Upholstery

1927 Large Danish Cup solid Gilt 830 Silver / 319 gr
Located in SE
hammered and engraved. Danish control hallmarks confirming at least 830 Silver alloy, Copenhagen assay
Category

1920s Danish Greek Revival Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Silver

6 Luigi Pallotti Fils Parcel Gilt Italian Silver Figural Barrel Shot Glasses
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine set of 6 Italian silver figural shot glasses. In the form of trompe l'oeil whisky barrels
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Gilded Age Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Silver, Gold

Augsburg Martin Heuglin II Parcel-Gilt Silver Liquor or Brandy Taster circa 1670
By Martin Heuglin II
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique parcel-gilt sterling silver brandy tester was made by silversmith Martin Heuglin II of
Category

Mid-17th Century German Baroque Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Russian Commemoration Vase
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique Russian silver-gilt commemoration vase with Fyodor Apraksin, Piotr Velikiy, Ivan Ivanovic
Category

Early 19th Century Russian Other Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Silver

Set of Antique Mappin Webb Silver Plated Gilt Washed Convertible Candelabras
By Mappin Webb
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
in approximately 1900 in the period Edwardian style. The candelabras are composed of silver plate
Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Silver Plate

Victorian Gilt Sterling Silver Ships Claret Jug - Charles George Fox 1854
By Charles Thomas Fox George Fox
Located in London, London
with gilt silver ring, and an engraved crest and coat of arms. The claret jug measures 12.25"(31cm
Category

1850s English Victorian Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Deco Norwegian Solje Brooch Rare Guilloche Enamel Norway Silver Circa 1900
Located in New York, NY
This is a museum quality and very rare Art Deco Solje Brooch with exquisite enamel and silver gilt
Category

Early 20th Century Norwegian Art Deco Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Pair of Italian Venetian Blue Tufted Chairs
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Italian Venetian style (19th Cent) silver gilt dolphin side chairs with carved back and
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19th Century Italian Rococo Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Silver Leaf

Very Large Gilt English Silver Plate Tableware / Barware Serving Tray
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Indulge in the opulence and elevate your dining experience with our magnificent and resplendent Georgian-style serving tray. This awe-inspiring masterpiece is a testament to craftsma...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Silver Plate, Gold, Copper

Louis Rousselet Long Pearl Earrings
By Louis Rousselet
Located in New York, NY
Louis Rousselet Art Deco 1920's earrings with silver gilt metal work and hand made glass long pearl
Category

1920s French Art Deco Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Silver Plate, Gilt Metal

Italian Polychrome Parcel Gilt Carved Wood 51x33 Florentine Painting Frame
Located in Philadelphia, PA
. Item features a distressed polychrome painted gold/silver gilt finish, solid wood frame, hand carved
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Early 20th Century Unknown Other Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Wood

Antique George V Sterling Silver Torah Breastplate
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
embossed scrolling foliate decorated border, accented with three hallmarked silver gilt bells to the lower
Category

1920s British Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Sterling Silver

Gustav Hellstrøm enamel and gilt silver teaspoons, Norway, ca 1890
Located in Delft, NL
Gustav Hellstrøm enamel and gilt silver teaspoons, Norway, ca 1890 Beautiful set of teaspoons
Category

19th Century Norwegian Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver, Enamel

Medieval gilt iconographic saints ring, circa 15th century.
Located in London, GB
stylised foliate motifs and chevron detail, continuing to a solid twisting shank. Tested silver gilt
Category

15th Century and Earlier Medieval Antique Silver Gilt

Pair Of 18th Century Italian Silver Giltwood Lamps
Located in Houston, TX
Neoclassical style silver gilt wood urns with handles converted into table lamps. These chic lamps are from the
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18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Giltwood

Gilt Antique Sterling Silver Apostle Tea Spoons Tongs, Sheffield, 1911
By James Dixon Sons
Located in London, London
silver tea spoons & matching sugar tongs, feature apostle terminals and are gold plated. Each
Category

1910s English Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of 16th Century Italian Gilt Candlesticks
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
this hand-carved pair have stayed together for over 400 years. Gold and silver gilt decorates the front
Category

16th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Giltwood

1916 Neo Classical Empire Bonbonniere Bonbon solid Gilt 830 Silver / 280 gr
Located in SE
Antique Neo - Classical / Empire styled Bonbonniere or simply Bonbon in solid high-grade Silver
Category

1910s Swedish Neoclassical Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, Gold Plate

Early 20th Century Set of Salad Servers Gilt Silver, Germany
Located in Kitzbühel, Tirol
German set of 800 gilt silver salad servers in the shape of naturalistic leaves with branches
Category

Early 20th Century German Country Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Silver

English Victorian Gilt Glass Plate
Located in Queens, NY
Vintage English Victorian small clear glass plate with raised gilt floral design and a gilt rim
Category

19th Century British Victorian Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Glass

Twelve silver coffee spoons with gilt shells and raised cartouches
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Set of twelve silver coffee spoons with golden shells and raised cartouches on the
Category

19th Century European Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Silver

Fine William IV Silver Mounted Travelling Inkwell Made by Archibald Douglas
Located in London, GB
The inkwell is of square form with attractive engine turned silver gilt mounts. The glass is deeply
Category

Mid-19th Century English Antique Silver Gilt

Antique French Parcel-Gilt Silver Scent Bottle/Flask with Ornate Decorations - 1
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this exquisite parcel-gilt scent bottle made in France during the mid
Category

19th Century Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Silver

Antique Victorian Gilt Sterling Silver Drum Shaped Napkin Ring and Case
Located in Philadelphia, PA
a drum with a stippled, gilt finished body and silver tension ropes and clamps. Together with its
Category

19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Sterling Silver

1874 Set of four Paste Knives solid 830 Gilt Silver / 177gr
Located in SE
Four solid Gilt Silver Paste Knives with hand engraved floral decorations on the blades and cast
Category

1870s Swedish Art Deco Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Sterling Silver, Gold-filled

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Four Piece Tea and Coffee Service
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
are fitted with flush hinged hallmarked covers, surmounted with the original cast silver gilt finials
Category

1860s English Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Sterling Silver

A Fine Victorian Parcel-Gilt Silver Mounted Acid-Etched Glass Claret Jug
Located in London, GB
Hallmarks for Elkington, Birmingham 1879
Category

1870s Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Silver

Russian .916 Gilt Silver and Cloisonné Enamel Spoon in Mahogany Box
Located in Norton, MA
Russian .916 Gilt Silver and Cloisonne Enamel Spoon in a Brass inlaid Mohagany box. Moscow, 1882
Category

1880s Russian Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Rare Pair of Exeter Sterling Silver Parcel-Gilt Georgian Berry Spoons
By William Woodman
Located in New York, NY
Rare pair of Georgian, sterling silver, parcel-gilt berry spoons, Exeter, England, 1830, William
Category

19th Century British Georgian Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Sterling Silver

18th Century Silver Monstrance c. 1797–1799 Augsburg Neoclassical Gilt Lüders
Located in Epfach, DE
with Neoclassical clarity. Materials: Silver, silver gilt Techniques: cast, chased, engraved
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1790s German Neoclassical Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Silver

Incredible William IV period gilt sterling silver christening mug Barnards 1831
By Barnards
Located in London, London
, William IV period, Antique Sterling Silver Christening Mug, retains it's original gilding, with a cast and
Category

1830s English William IV Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Sterling Silver

Russian Silver Pavel Ovchinnikov Ivan Khlednikov Gilt Cloisonné Enamel Casket
By Ivan Khlebnikov, Pavel Ovchinnikov
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Cloisonné enamel casket box made from solid silver with gold gilding by the highly coveted Pavel Ovchinnikov
Category

Late 19th Century Russian Victorian Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Eighteen silver ice cream scoops and shovel with gilt twists and engravings
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Set of eighteen ice cream scoops and a shovel in gilded silver with twisted handles
Category

19th Century European Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Silver

Twelve silver teaspoons and sugar shovel with corn-cob reliefs and gilt shells
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Set of twelve silver teaspoons and sugar shovel with reliefs of corn cobs and golden
Category

19th Century European Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Silver

Antique Emerald Ruby Pearl Pendant Necklace Austro-Hungarian Renaissance Revival
Located in New York, NY
Renaissance Revival style and dates to circa 1870. The gems are all set in silver gilt as was the custom of
Category

19th Century Austrian Renaissance Revival Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Silver, Gilt Metal

Antique Art Deco Red Enamel Gilt Sterling Silver Tea Strainer by N.M. Thune
By N.M. Thune
Located in Philadelphia, PA
, Norway). In gilt sterling silver with red guilloche enamel decoration to the bowl and handle. Fully
Category

Early 20th Century Norwegian Art Deco Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal

Cabaret Centerpiece for Aperitif Tea or Wine in Gilt Cut Glass Sterling Silver
By Daum
Located in Argenteuil, IDF
Rare cabaret centerpiece for aperitif, tea or wine in gilt cut glass attributed to Daum with
Category

1890s French Louis XVI Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver, Bronze

Very Large Stylish Antique Sterling Silver Table Mirror, Gilt, Asprey, 1920
By Asprey International Limited
Located in London, London
Silver Mirror, is elegant in style, with a ribbon and reed border, and the original gilding and wooden
Category

1920s English Art Deco Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Sterling Silver

Gilt Marmalade Jar
By Fenton Brothers
Located in Stamford, CT
A marmalade jar in the form of a stemmed orange. Gilt silver plate by Fenton Brothers, Sheffield
Category

Late 19th Century English Edwardian Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Silver Plate

19th Century Victorian Gilt Sterling Silver Posey Holder Hallmarked London, 1869
By Alexander MacRae
Located in London, London
silver Posey holder, or tussie mussie, is gold-plated, and features wonderful engraved decoration, blue
Category

1860s English Victorian Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Sterling Silver

Victorian Neoclassical Revival Pair of Gilt Sterling Silver Dishes, London 1880
By Francis Boone Thomas
Located in London, London
Sterling Silver Pair of Dishes, are gold plated, and in the Neoclassical Revival style. Each dish measures
Category

1880s English Neoclassical Revival Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Sterling Silver

Neoclassical Revival Antique Gilt Sterling Silver Pair of Dishes, London, 1880
By Francis Boone Thomas
Located in London, London
silver dishes, are in the Neoclassical Revival style, showing Adam style decoration throughout. Each dish
Category

1880s English Neoclassical Revival Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Sterling Silver

Neoclassical Revival Glass Lined Gilt Sterling Silver Sugar Basket from 1921
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in Sheffield, 1921, this delightful George V, sterling silver sugar basket has pierced
Category

1920s English Neoclassical Revival Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Sterling Silver

Italian Venetian Grotto Seashell Settee
By Pauly et Cie
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Venetian Grotto (19th cent.) silver gilt settee with triple seashell seat and dolphin
Category

19th Century Italian Romantic Antique Silver Gilt

Materials

Silver Leaf

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Antique Silver Gilt For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the antique silver gilt you’re looking for at 1stDibs. An antique silver gilt — often made from metal, silver and ceramic — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect antique silver gilt — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right antique silver gilt, those designed in Victorian, Neoclassical and Art Nouveau styles are of considerable interest. Meissen Porcelain, Coalport Porcelain and Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres each produced at least one beautiful antique silver gilt that is worth considering.

How Much is a Antique Silver Gilt?

Prices for an antique silver gilt can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $75 and can go as high as $985,000, while the average can fetch as much as $3,104.
Questions About Antique Silver Gilt
  • 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.